Living With Hearing Loss Series, a survey of the range of problems faced with prople who are hard of hearing.

Samuel Trychin, Ph.D.

The Living With Hearing Loss Program

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Living with Hearing Loss: Workbook [Preview Available]
A survey of the problems and issues frequently reported by people who are hard of hearing and their family members and suggestions for improving communication and relationships. by Sam Trychin, Ph.D. Revised Edition. 2009. $28.00.

This book surveys the broad range of interpersonal, personal, and physical issues and problems associated with hearing loss that are frequently reported by people whom are hard of hearing and their family members. This book is useful for family members, friends, and coworkers as well as for those who are hard of hearing. It is also useful for professionals who provide services to people who are hard of hearing and their families. Each section of the workbook has practice exercises aimed at reducing some of the difficulties associated with hearing loss.
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Living with Hearing Loss: At School [Preview Available]
A best practices manual for teachers with students who are hard of hearing. by Sam Trychin, Ph.D. and Janet Trychin, Au.D. (Forward by Mark Ross, Ph.D.) 2003. $17.00.

The content of this book covers the types of problems encountered in school situations by students who are hard of hearing. The book also addresses the academic, personal, and social risks for these students when their hearing loss is not properly accommodated. The book is focused on strategies and tactics found helpful in preventing and reducing these problems.
The remaining books, videotapes and DVD in this series go into greater depth in the specific content areas that each addresses

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Communication Rules [Preview Available]
Guidelines for preventing or reducing communication problems related to hearing loss. by Sam Trychin, Ph.D. Revised Edition. 2003. $23.00.

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This book contains detailed information about communication problems frequently reported by people who are hard of hearing and their families. It contains information about the causes of these problems and strategies and tactics for preventing and reducing these problems. The book has been rewritten to be used either by itself or with the Communication Rules videotape. This book and videotape focus on the what to do aspect of communication.
Communication Rules
Videotape. by Sam Trychin, Ph.D. $40.00.

This subject is also available in the DVD format.

This videotape contains 20 scenes in which people are interacting and someone has a hearing loss. Each scene is presented in two versions-the "wrong" way depicting communication behavior errors and the "right" way depicting corrections of the communication behavior errors. Viewers get practice in identifying both faulty and more helpful communication behaviors. It is recommended that viewers also practice (role-play) corrected versions of the "wrong" way skits prior to viewing the "right" way versions.

Communication Rules book and videotape ordered together $53.00
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Did I Do That? [Preview Available]
Suggestions for increasing cooperation from other people; are you putting your best foot forward? by Sam Trychin, PhD. Revised Edition. 2003. $23.00.

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We found that, even though some people knew what to do to prevent or reduce communication problems, they did it in such a way that they did not get the necessary cooperation from others that they needed to prevent communication breakdowns. Most often such people were unaware of the effect of their own behavior/demeanor on others. We wrote this book to increase reader's awareness of the kinds of things we do that influence others to cooperate or to not cooperate. This book and videotape focus on the how to do it aspect of communication behavior. This book has been rewritten to be used either with or without the Did I Do That? videotape.
Did I Do That?
Videotape. by Sam Trychin, Ph.D. $40.00.

This subject is also available in the DVD format.

This videotape presents 30 scenes in which people are interacting and someone has a hearing loss. Each scene illustrates the kinds of things we do or say that affects others positively (increases their cooperation) or negatively (decreases their cooperation). Following each scene viewers are instructed to identify what was said or done that had a positive or negative result, thereby increasing their awareness of the effects of their behavior on other people. Role-playing corrected versions of the faulty scenarios provides viewers with practice in effective communication behavior.

Did I Do That? book and videotape ordered together $53.00
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Problem Solving in Families [Preview Available]
Suggestions and procedures for negotiating behavior changes related to hearing loss (2003). by Sam Trychin, Ph.D. Revised Edition. 2003. $23.00. (This is a revised version of the Getting Along book by Sam Trychin, Ph.D. and Marion Forgatch, Ph.D.)

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Often, getting someone (particularly someone close, such as a spouse or other family member) to change some aspect of his or her behavior is not easy. This is especially true when there is a problem behavior that has persisted for some time or that has become a source of conflict in a relationship. Communication behavior is particularly resisitalict to change, and people often need help in getting the changes necessary for preventing or reducing communication breakdowns. This book provides some well-researched methods known to be effective in negotiating for change within family situations and provides a format for conducting negotiation sessions. The book has been rewritten to be used either with the Getting Along videotape or independently of the videotape.
Getting Along
Videotape. by Sam Trychin, Ph.D. $40.00.

This subject is also available in the DVD format.

This videotape shows a variety of scenes in which people are attempting to negotiate issues related to hearing loss. Some scenes illustrate the negative results of faulty efforts to get someone to do something differently. Other scenes illustrate how to use more effective negotiation strategies and tactics. Viewers are encouraged to identify effective and ineffective attempts to persuade someone to change his or her behavior that are portrayed on the videotape and to role-play corrected versions of those that are faulty.

Problem Solving in Families book and Getting along videotape ordered together $53.00
Combined DVD
This DVD contains the three videotapes Communication Rules, Did I Do That?, and Getting Along into one convenient digital videodisc. The cost for this DVD is $70.00 - - a savings of $50.00. The total cost of the DVD together with the three companion books Communication Rules, Did I Do That? and Problem Solving in Families is $95.00.
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SPEAK OUT! [Preview Available]
Tips on public speaking for people who are hard of hearing. by Sam Trychin, Ph.D. Revised Edition. 2003. $10.00.

This small book contains a wealth of information on what to do when presenting information to audiences. It is written with the assumption that the speaker is hard of hearing and members of the audience are also hard of hearing. Suggestions are offered on what needs to be done to arrange the situation in such a way that the audience will undersitalicd what the speaker says and the speaker will undersitalicd questions and comments from the audience.
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Actions speak louder! [Preview Available]
Tips for putting on skits related to hearing loss. by Sam Trychin, Ph.D. Revised Edition. 2003. $25.00.

People often grasp the meaning of a principle, concept or procedure more quickly and easily if they are shown it in action rather than having it told to them. Also, presenting situations in a humorous way allows people to relax more and attend better, especially when dramatizing situations that portray long-sitalicding problems and/or are emotionally loaded. This book contains 21 skits of difficult communication situations experienced by people who are hard of hearing. It also contains information for each skit about the actors and props needed, discussion questions for the audience, and comments made by previous audiences.

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IsThat What You Think? [Preview Available]
A cognitive approach for reducing stress related to hearing loss. by Sam Trychin, Ph.D. Revised Edition. 2003. $23.00. (This is a revised edition of the book by the same title by Sam Trychin, Ph.D. and Fred Wright, Ph.D., 1988)

People often suffer needless distress about events they experience because of the way they interpret or appraise those situations. This book examines the kinds of thoughts and beliefs related to hearing loss that contribute to the distress frequently observed in people who are hard of hearing and their family members. The book also provides suggestions and procedures for changing dysfunctional, stress-producing thoughts in order to feel better and free up energy for more productive pursuits.
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Relaxation Training Manual [Preview Available]
Procedures for reducing stress related to hearing loss. by Sam Trychin, Ph.D. Revised Edition. 2003. $23.00.

Communication difficulties resulting from hearing loss produce stress for many people—hearing family members as well as those who are hard of hearing or late-deafened. People who have cochlear implants may also, at various stages, experience high levels of stress. Ordinarily, stress interferes with focusing attention, effective thinking, and problem solving, resulting in a cycle in which communication difficulties produce stress which, in turn, contributes to further communication difficulties. One effective way to break this cycle and reduce the effects of stress is to learn to relax. Relaxation in this regard is a technical term that means altering various physiological states or body conditions, e.g., de-contracting the muscles, lowering blood pressure, deepening respiration, etc. There are several methods for achieving this type of relaxation, and this book describes these methods and their benefits.
Deep Breathing Procedures
Videotape. by Sam Trychin, Ph.D. $35.00.

The deep breathing procedures illustrated on this videotape are known to be an effective antidote to stress reactions. The author demonstrates the procedure, and the viewer practices while watching the video. One benefit of the deep breathing procedure is that it can be used anywhere and anytime and does not require involving any special equipment. Another benefit is that it can be practiced unobtrusively without attracting attention.
Progressive Muscle Relaxation
Videotape. by Sam Trychin, Ph.D. $35.00.

The progressive relaxation procedure illustrated on this videotape produce some of the best results in terms of reducing muscle tension. It is helpful in eliminating or reducing tension headaches and neck and upper back pain. Once the procedures have been thoroughly learned and practiced, it is possible to achieve immediate relaxation through brief or mini-relaxation exercises lasting only a minute or two. In this way they can be practiced with good results in difficult communication situations.
Relaxation DVD
This DVD contains the two videotapes Deep Breathing Proceedures, and Progressive Muscle Relaxation into one convenient digital videodisc. The cost for this DVD is $50.00. The total cost of the DVD together with the companion book Relaxation Training Manual is $65.00.
Autogenic Procedures
Videotape. by Sam Trychin, Ph.D. $35.00.

The autogenic procedures demonstrated on this videotape involve the repetition of a set of verbal phrases that induce a state of relaxation in the body. Autogenic relaxation procedures are especially beneficial for people who have physical conditions that prevent them from contracting and relaxing specific muscle groups.They are also useful for people who have Meniere’s disease and in whom muscle relaxation may induce an attack. Autogenic phrases, once learned and thoroughly practiced, can be used virtually anywhere and anytime, and the practice also does not attract unwanted attention.

Relaxation Training book and any one of the relaxation videotapes can be purchased together for $43.00

The Relaxation Training book and the set of three relaxation videotapes can be purchased for $100.00

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Manual for Mental Health Practitioners
This publication is temporarily out of stock.

Psychosocial challenges faced by people who are hard of hearing. by Sam Trychin, Ph.D. Revised Edition. 2003. $35.00.

This book provides information about the mental health risks associated with hearing loss and their causes. This book also covers techniques for assessing mental health-related reactions to hearing loss. The book offers suggestions for interventions that are useful in helping people who are hard of hearing and their family members prevent or reduce reactions to communication problems that could lead to mental health problems.

Contact Dr. Trychin at samtrychin@adelphia.net or by phoning (814)897-1194. Mailing address is Sam Trychin, Ph.D., 212 Cambridge Road, Erie, PA., 16511.