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Tinnitus is a sound that only you can hear, which makes it hard for anyone else to understand. ShareWell has free online support groups for people living with long-term health conditions, where you can talk with others and feel less isolated.
Understanding tinnitus
Tinnitus is the perception of sound when no outside noise is present. It is often described as ringing in the ears and can also be a roaring, clicking, hissing or buzzing, and people with severe tinnitus may have trouble hearing, working or sleeping.
How peer support helps with tinnitus
Peer support can help with tinnitus because people who take part in support groups often feel less isolated. It also helps to talk with peers when the internet is full of promises that do not hold up.
What tinnitus groups often cover
- Trouble falling and staying asleep
- Finding it hard to concentrate at work
- Living with something that may not go away
- Sensitivity to everyday sound
ShareWell groups are peer support and do not give medical advice, so please keep working with your care team on anything about diagnosis or treatment. If you are in crisis, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
Who these groups may help
- People living with tinnitus
- People who also have sound sensitivity
- Anyone who feels alone with it
Related topics
These topics often connect with tinnitus and may offer another helpful angle, language, or support space.
Frequently asked questions
Is there an online support group for tinnitus?
Will the group recommend products or cures?
Can I adjust the volume?
Where can I find information about tinnitus?
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