auditory-verbal practices

Auditory-verbal practices focus on helping individuals with hearing loss develop and use their residual hearing through listening and spoken language. This approach involves early amplification (like hearing aids or cochlear implants), targeted therapy, and coaching to improve listening skills, speech, and language development. The goal is to enable children and adults to communicate effectively using spoken language, integrating listening into everyday life. It emphasizes active listening and consistent practice, supporting independence and participation in social, educational, and professional settings without reliance on visual cues such as sign language.