Hi, I'm Leeann. I am 35 and I have profound sensorinural hearing loss in both ears. My hearing loss began at the age of 11 after being given a high does of antibiotics. My hearing loss has gradually progressed over the years. I wear hearing aids and they do help but understanding speech is getting to the point that it is impossible. I do read lips but that is difficult. I do not sign. I am married and have 2 kids. They get frustrated with me and often will say "never mind" after I have asked them to repeat themselves several times. I am lonely. I feel like I am falling into a depression. This feeling has sent me on an internet search for something like this, where dear and hard of hearing can talk about issues we are experiencing. So I am excited to have found something. Has anyone had the overwhelming feeling of depression, feeling left out, unsure what to do in social situations when you have no idea what anyone is talking about, it's a very isolating situation. Thanks for reading my post and any comments you may have.