Inner Ear Secrets | Episode 3: Avalia's Story - Hearing Aids

Welcome back to Inner Ear Secrets! In this episode, we explore the personal journey of Avalia, a second-year audiology student at Melbourne University, who was fitted with a hearing aid in her teens. Avalia shares her experiences with hearing loss, the medical and emotional challenges she faced, and her adaptation to using CROS hearing aids. She also offers valuable advice to families dealing with hearing loss and discusses her transformation from stigma to acceptance. Tune in for an inspiring and insightful conversation about overcoming hearing loss and the importance of support systems. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube for more audiology insights.

00:00 Introduction to Inner Ear Secrets

00:28 Meet Avalia: A Journey with Hearing Loss

01:17 Avalia's Hearing Loss Diagnosis

04:58 Emotional Impact and Family Support

08:32 Adjusting to Hearing Aids

11:43 Living with CROS Hearing Aids

17:42 Advice for Others with Hearing Loss

18:33 Reflections and Conclusion

20:58 Closing Remarks and Next Episode Teaser