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How does hearing loss affect driving?
My partner is starting to lose hearing in his right ear—will this affect his ability to drive? I’m worried that he’s going to have to give up his license.
Brittni Brinn · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
I’m sorry to hear that your partner is losing part of his hearing. However, he will still be allowed to drive even though he may need to change his driving behaviors.
Research has shown that people who are deaf or hard of hearing do not cause more accidents. In addition to being more aware of what is happening around them visually, they also tend to stay more alert and notice flashing emergency lights more readily.
Here are some ways your partner can adapt his driving behaviors to stay safe on the road:
- Reduce distracting noises. Keep the car windows rolled up, turn down the radio, and ask other people in the car to keep conversation to a minimum
- Talk to a medical professional about hearing aid options
- Keep his focus solely on driving
- If he is pulled over, inform the officer that he has hearing loss
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