If you are an adult, there are several self-assessments of communication function as well as hearing aid outcome measures available. The use of one of these tools is recommended to help determine if you are experiencing a communication problem that should be addressed. Check with your audiologist, counselor, or auditory rehabilitation specialist to select the most appropriate one for you.

The Self-Assessment of Communication was designed for teens to help identify communication difficulties as a result of your hearing loss. It is also a useful tool to discuss strategies for how you can address those difficulties. This unique checklist contains 2 forms; one for you to complete, the Self-Assessment of Communication or SAC-A, and the one for a friend to complete, the Significant Other Assessment of Communication or SOAC-A