Red Flag Behaviors Which May Indicate Hearing Loss in Children

Red Flag Behaviors Which May Indicate Hearing Loss in Children

 Inattentive

 Asks for repetition ("what?" "huh?")

 Exhibits speech or language problems

 Has allergies, frequent colds or ear infections

 Omits endings, i.e. “s”, “sh”, “th”, “f”

 Appears very visual

 Inconsistent Hearing

 Gives answers unrelated to the question

 Tugs at ear or complains of ear pain

 Loud noises are painful

 Exhibits a short attention span

 Is easily distractible

 Seems immature compared to same aged children

 Fails to follow directions

 Strains to listen, favors one ear

 Uses inappropriate speaking behavior

 Watches face of speaker more than normal

 Exhibits poor balance