Are Volume-Limiting Headphones Safe for Your Child?
Some parents, concerned about the potential for noise-induced hearing loss, encourage their children to use volume-limiting headphones when listening to music or watching videos on smartphones, tablets, and other electronic devices. These headphones have volume controls that are purportedly set to go no higher than 85 decibels (dB)—because exposure to sounds at or above 85…
Why “Learn the Signs and “Act Early?”
1 in 4 children, age 0-5 years are at moderate or high risk for developmental, behavioral, or social delay. About 1 in 6 children aged 3-17 has  a developmental disability. About 1 in 68 children has autism spectrum disorder. Severe speech language disorders in young children can negatively  affect later educational achievement, even after intensive…
This Valentine’s Day, do something really audacious…
On February 14th, go ahead and do something really audacious with your sweetheart. Get a hearing test. Sure, getting a hearing test with your honey may not sound all that romantic. But think again. Here’s what the research shows: We know that unaddressed hearing loss can have a negative effect on many aspects of a…
Your Heart and Ears Have a Lot in Common. Love Them Both During American Heart Month.
People tend to take matters of the heart very seriously—and they tend to brush off hearing loss as inconsequential.
Want to Be Happier in 2017? Try a Hearing Test.
When you’re making your list of New Year’s resolutions and to-dos for 2017, be sure to put this one near the top: a hearing test. That’s right. Research shows that when people address hearing loss it improves their quality of life in many ways. And it’s no wonder. Ignoring a hearing loss and leaving it…
Hearing Loss Rates Drop Among U.S. Adults Aged 20-69
New research shows that hearing loss rates have declined over approximately the last decade in people aged 20-69, continuing a promising trend that began about 50 years ago.
Edgewater Child Study Team
On January 5, 2017 Dr. Susan Woods Au.D, CCC-A, FAAA of Speech and Hearing Associates was invited to present information on Central Auditory Processing Disorders to the Child Study Team for the Edgewater School District. Topics that were covered included symptoms of CAPD, individualized reports, FM systems, and the importance of a teacher’s role.
College Board Simplifies Request Process For Test Accommodations
12/01/16 – College Board Press Release Announces New SAT® Testing Supports for English Language Learners NEW YORK—The College Board has overhauled its request process for testing accommodations, making it easier for eligible students to receive the support they need on College Board assessments. Beginning January 1, 2017, the vast majority of students who are approved…
West Orange Child Study Team Presentation
On December 21, 2016 Dr. Melanie Mindel Au.D, CCC-A, FAAA of Speech and Hearing Associates was invited to present information on Central Auditory Processing Disorders to the Child Study Team for the West Orange School District. Topics that were covered included symptoms of CAPD, individualized reports, FM systems, and the importance of a teacher’s role.
Montclair Bikery Turkey Ride
The Montclair Bikery Turkey Ride was a success! Contributions were matched by Partners for Health and the bikery was able to give the Human Needs Food Pantry of Montclair, New Jersey over $21,000! Shout out to Dr. Jennifer Livelli, Au.D. in our Woodland Park location and her son Ryan who participated in the ride!