Tinnitus What Is It

Understand What Tinnitus Really Is and How To Overcome It

Monthly Archives: January 2012

High Ringing In Ears – Coping With Quiet Situations

High Ringing In Ears

Coping with Quiet Situations

In contrast to the difficulty with noisy situations, some people avoid quiet places because these situations make the tinnitus seem more intrusive and reminds them that they have lost the pleasure of "silence." This loss is experienced quite acutely by some people. Thus, participation in pleasant activities that normally take place in quiet areas may be less enjoyable because of the tinnitus. The attention control and imagery training techniques may be of particular assistance to people with this kind of difficulty. You can begin by identifying the quiet situations that you either avoid or would prefer to avoid. Continue reading →

Sudden Ringing In The Ear – Learn To Control Tinnitus

Sudden Ringing In The Ear

Sleep Difficulties

If you experience any problems with sleep, there are a number of techniques you might wish to focus. In particular, we recommend that you use the relaxation techniques. Learning effective relaxation skills will help you achieve deep levels of physical relaxation. A reduction in physical tension will produce a physical state that is conducive for sleep. Relaxation can help decrease the time it takes to fall asleep as well as improve the quality of your sleep. Continue reading →

What Is Ringing In The Ears Caused By – Manging Tinnitus

What Is Ringing In The Ears Caused By

Previously, we began by discussing some of the common problems that people might experience in relation to tinnitus. In this post we will offer you some further tips on how to manage some of these common problems.

 

Dealing with Distressing Emotions

In order to manage the distressing emotional problems that might arise in response to tinnitus, it is important for you to keep in mind the powerful influence of your thoughts on your emotions. You can learn to reduce feelings of depression, low mood, helplessness, and hopelessness, by practicing the cognitive methods. Continue reading →

Problem Solving Techniques For Students – Solving Tinnitus Problem

Problem Solving Techniques For Students

 

Steps in Problem Solving

Step 1: Take a breather – pause while you decide what to do.

 

Step 2: Ask yourself: "What is the problem – What am I trying to change?" Be specific!

 

Step 3: Ask yourself: "How can I solve this problem – What are the options?"

  • Write down as many possible solutions that you can think of.
  • Think of how a friend might approach the problem. Continue reading →

High Pitched Noise In Ear – Self Instructional Statements For Tinnitus

High Pitched Noise In Ear

Example of using self instructional statements for controlling tinnitus.

 

1. Noticing the Tinnitus

View the tinnitus as a problem that you can do something about.

  • "What is it I have to do?"
  • "I can develop a plan to deal with it."

 

Prepare yourself by making a plan or mental outline of how you will deal with the sensations when they arise.