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Resources for teens with hearing loss

Published: 6/27/2023 3:55:20 AM

When you have a hearing loss, it can feel like a unique and complex experience. And while it’s true that everyone’s experience of hearing loss is different, there are also a whole range of resources and avenues of support that you can draw on. 
 
TV Louder 
 
Tensions at TV time? Let the family set the volume wherever they want it, knowing you can still enjoy your favourite shows together. Simply download TV Louder, plug in your headphones and your phone becomes your own personal TV volume control, keeping everyone happy. 
 
TV Louder is available on iOS  


Websites 

Headspace is the National Youth Mental Health Foundation providing early intervention mental health services to 12-25 year olds. The service is designed to make it easy as possible for a young person and their family to get the help they need for problems affecting their well being. This covers four core areas: mental health, physical health, work and study support and alcohol and other drug services. 
 
Beyond Blue provides information and support to help everyone in Australia achieve their best possible mental health, whatever their age and wherever they live 
 
Kids Helpline is a free, private and confidential, telephone and online counselling service specifically for young people aged between five and 25. 

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