Special issue on stigma of hearing loss and hearing aids
New research published in the International Journal of Audiology explores how stigma is experienced by adults with hearing loss, their families, and hearing care professionals.
Louise Hickson
Louise Hickson is recognized internationally as a leader in audiological rehabilitation and in person and family-centred hearing care. Louise has over 300 publications and is committed to the transfer of knowledge into practice. The “Active Communication Education” (ACE) program that she developed for adults with hearing loss and their families has been used in many countries around the world (e.g., Sweden, Germany, Korea, USA, Chile, Japan). Professor Hickson has had a long association with Sonova as a research collaborator and as Chair of the Phonak Expert Circle on Family-Centred Hearing Care. She is also a Life Member of Audiology Australia, Treasurer of the International Society of Audiology, and an Editor of the International Journal of Audiology.
The Social Cure: Improving the health and well-being of your patients
One of the most important things we can do for our health and well-being as we get older is maintain our social ties. Louise Hickson, Professor of Audiology at the University of Queensland Australia, explains why including family in hearing healthcare can help your clients benefit from this ‘social cure.’
ACE program: Addressing your clients’ social-emotional well-being
Bringing adults with hearing loss and their family members together to problem solve day-to-day communication in a supportive environment.
Family-Centered Care: What you need to get started!
Bringing FCC into the clinical world sounds easy, but getting started takes more than good intentions. A recent study revealed barriers and facilitators in implementing this approach.
Active Communication Education program: Family-Centered Care in action
Bringing adults with hearing loss and their family members together to problem solve day-to-day communication is a brilliant way to provide family-centered hearing care.