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David B. Cluff
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Добавлен 17 янв 2011
I'm excited to share my unique journey with you, which explores the challenges and triumphs of being deaf with cochlear implants while navigating the complexities of identity. Throughout my life, I've had to face the stigma surrounding cochlear implants, but I've also found strength in overcoming these obstacles.
Being both gay and deaf with cochlear implants has given me a distinct perspective on the world. It has reinforced the importance of demonstrating love and acceptance to others, regardless of their identities. My experiences have shaped my belief in the power of understanding and supporting one another.
Join me on this journey as we explore the intricacies of identity, resilience, and the unwavering belief in the power of love and acceptance. Together, let's strive to create a more inclusive world for everyone. Welcome once again!
Find David:
Instagram: @davidbcluff
www.davidbcluff.com
Being both gay and deaf with cochlear implants has given me a distinct perspective on the world. It has reinforced the importance of demonstrating love and acceptance to others, regardless of their identities. My experiences have shaped my belief in the power of understanding and supporting one another.
Join me on this journey as we explore the intricacies of identity, resilience, and the unwavering belief in the power of love and acceptance. Together, let's strive to create a more inclusive world for everyone. Welcome once again!
Find David:
Instagram: @davidbcluff
www.davidbcluff.com
Crazy moment with cochlear implants!
Any others share this #cochlearimplant experience?!? #storytime #cochlearimplants #hearingloss #chips #deaf #gaydad #mindblown
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"You're Still My David"
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The moment I said, “Mom, I am gay.” I was worried about what the outcome would be. After hugs and tears, she said, “You’re still my David.” This was the perfect response for me as it has been me all along just now sharing more of me. The same thing happened with my dear wife, Heather, a year ago. She also said, “You are still the David I know and love!” When the waves of uncertainty creep in, I...
Silent Moments, My Story | Coming Out | David B. Cluff
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Coming out as gay is never easy and even more when you are a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (LDS). Our hope is that by sharing our story, others in similar situations feel less alone. Our story is our unique perspective, and we know everyone’s story will be different. Welcome to Silent Moments, My Story by David Cluff. Instagram: davidbcluff RUclips: @D...
Cochlear Implant | More Than Activation
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Cochlear Implant | More Than Activation
The Chorus Sound Processor | Overcoming Battery Anxiety | David B. Cluff
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The Chorus Sound Processor | Overcoming Battery Anxiety | David B. Cluff
Close To You - The Best Birthday Video
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Close To You - The Best Birthday Video
The best video ever! Father's Day 2019
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The best video ever! Father's Day 2019
It's Okay to Struggle with Cochlear Implants
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It's Okay to Struggle with Cochlear Implants
Hearing MUSIC With Cochlear Implants!!
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Hearing MUSIC With Cochlear Implants!!
What does a cochlear implant sound like?
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What does a cochlear implant sound like?
Life In Between with David B. Cluff - Welcome
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Life In Between with David B. Cluff - Welcome
Hearing Through the Kindness of Others
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Hearing Through the Kindness of Others
How Do I Hear With a Cochlear Implant?
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How Do I Hear With a Cochlear Implant?
What about store door scan monitors. How are they?
I have only had one Cochlear done, it's great, but would like,other side,with new Cochlear, but government has no refund. 😢
😂😂😂 just love the little co-host. Save this ammo for later ok!? 😅 lol
Excellent detailed description of David's implant audio experiences.
Ok so i thought that processor actually was stuck in the skin but it’s just like a magnet right
Thanks for posting
Looks awesome
You look cool with that implant.👍👍
Thanks! Too bad they stopped making that version but there are even more advanced ones out now with cooler features! Wahoo!
Thank you so much for you témoignage! Thanks!!!!!
This means it is very possible that we all perceive sound, color, smell, taste, etc, differently.
Thank you so much - this is so informative.
🤣 Promo-SM
You’re stronger then you think man
A question "Dad, do you wish you were gay?" leads me to open up about my truth with my kids and learning to foster open communication with love and understanding. Read more: bit.ly/48q4wic
Anyone else suffering with constant ear ringing and dizziness. ? I had all these symptoms until I came across Dr Liam ogbebor herbal centre RUclips channel , his treatment has helped me and a lot of other people suffering with these symptoms, all my symptoms are gone and my full health has been restored, thank you dr Liam ogbebor❤
They hear but can’t speak normally
I also wear the same implants
Not trying to be offensive, but would you consider yourself the first step of the human to cyborg evolution?
lmfao
Hey David, it was very helpful 4 me & my Mother. I'm vision impaired so thnx's David.
It's so interesting how sounds that our brain normally ignores due to being so used to, like the fan or a clock, sound so surprising and loud to someone who is finally hearing them for the first time in a while
Mri😅 scared
Seeing my doctor tomorrow on decision if I want to do the surgery. After watching your video, I believe I'm up for it. Thanks very informative.
Awesome! Keep me posted on your journey!
i think i heard you say “i’m not like others”.. but you are not alone.. though i don’t know the deaf side of your life experience, you are not alone.. keep on moving!
i have a very serious question: what might happen if hearing implants unexpectedly get a whole new technological advancement in cochlear implants technology? (a hypothetical): what if there was a completely new cochlear technology created (invented?)… would that simply require new program uploading or what if it required an entirely newer device? would it actually be possible to go back in (operationally) to remove the old implant while immediately implanting (since all is open during surgery at that moment) the new/future (hypothetically presented in this question) technological implant(s)? or is one “committed to the first/original/(only?)” implant surgically implanted/engaged when it occurs in their life? (i’m literally/honestly asking for a friend - i’m luckily w/o hearing loss in both my ears - knock on wood).. thanks for your video & possible reply!
Hi Jason, great question! I will eventually need to go in for surgery to replace my current internal device with an upgraded version to be compatible with the newest technology. This may happen in the next 5-10 years unless my current device fails before that time. There have been some who have already undergone this surgery and had success with it and I am hopeful for mine as well. Thanks for asking!
@@DavidBCluff awesome to know (& relay some relief to my friend).. it seems there is an unspoken assumption that once you get an implant, you’re stuck w/the device & only reliant on firmware upgrades wirelessly.. so good to know, & good luck w/your operational future upgrade! thank you for your reply!
I have had mine for a month and I have to say it works very well indoors. However speech in a crowded restaurant all I hear is the clank of every plate in the kitchen or every fork dropping. It's almost unusable. Also every high pitch maybe 10-15KHz is just an annoying hiss. I don't need to hear those frequencies and am going to ask my audiologist if she can just kill that whole band,
Link to blog: www.davidbcluff.com/blog/reflecting-on-a-heros-journey
Can i use those ear hooks for the Medel Sonnet 2 or they're made specifically for AB products?they look so firm on the ears and i am wondering if i can buy them online
Thank you so much for being so open and helpful and kind. That was very Illuminating😊
❤️🙌🏻👌🏻
Hi David, my baby daughter will be getting CIs later this year. I was wondering whether you can distinguish between different people’s voices or does everyone sound very similar? Thanks so much
Thank you sir for this information.
My question is do you need a hearing aid in one ear and cochlear in other I heard you do otherwise it make you dizzy thanks
Have you tried herbs? I just finished using the herbal medicine which I ordered from Dr Liam ogbebor herbal centre on RUclips and finally I've been totally cured from tinnitus ❤❤
Have you tried herbs? I just finished using the herbal medicine which I ordered from Dr Liam ogbebor herbal centre on RUclips and finally I've been totally cured from tinnitus
Is it the Advanced Bionics HIRes fidelity 120 program? 4:41
Those are undercooked...AND...you didn't add the cinnamon, sugar and butter mixture.
This was a nice comparison. No two devices are alike and i can imagine with continued improvements hearing will only get better as they increase the amount of signals
In short, a coclear implant sounds very artificial.
Thanks for this Dave,kindly tell us which Cochlear Brand do you use,my son lost his hearing last November and we are weighing options for which Brand to use
Hi @uncleinnoofficial184, Great question! My cochlear implant is from Advanced Bionics. They have great resources for kids and parents. www.advancedbionics.com/us/en/home/ab4kids.html I loved their listening room when re-learning to hear again! Let me know if you have any more questions about AB. -David
Cochlear by cochlear nucleus 8 is good. My hearing g gone up with it from my old implant
Blog post link: www.davidbcluff.com/blog/nuanced-identity
Hi David Could please help me how to get this T-mic .. i am looking for my baby nd how much cost is this ..?
Hi
Hi David Could you please help to get T-mic for my baby. How much cost is this..?
thanks for the video I am four days post operative and am looking forward to getting my CI activated
That is awesome! Hope recovery is going well! I remember by day 4 I was ready to jump back into life while also needing to take it easy.
Thank you for sharing this information
I'm sixteen student and I'm deaf. I've worn hear aid since I was 18 months old, so for me is normal listen though them. I've got a brother with two choclear implants. I’ve never had a problem except in noisy environments. I speak well, I study in a "Liceo Classico" and play the piano, I have won national and international competitions without anyone knowing about my problem. All this to say that for me they never constituted a problem. And I can almost certainly say that I hear faithfully and that I have heard at least once all the sounds that for many people are difficult (e.g. chirping birds). However my deafness has always been a "borderline situation" with a cochlear implant. Over the years, my hearing has gotten a little worse, so we were gradually turning up the volume. I have lost other decibels, but the hear aids cannot be raised further and already the sound at times distorts and whistles. When I get back every day from school after only 4/5 of lesson I have headache and I’m very tired. I don’t watch television or movies without subtitles because I can’t distinguish words: it could be any language! And so also in the daily speaking, I feel that they are speaking to me but I cannot recognize the words, unless there is absolute silence. So I can’t do many things that my peers do. But if there’s silence, I actually hear like a normal person. Could an implant help me or is it too risky given my good prosthetics? Sorry for the long message but I’m really undecided.
Hi there! Thanks for reaching out and I totally understand where you are coming from. Those headaches at the end of a day of classes remind me of the listening fatigue I got through out my school years. It happens to most of us with hearing aids / cochlear implants. You mention you feel your hearing is declining. That is a good indicator to review what options your audiologist suggests and get insights from medical professionals. My mother is a pianist as well and with my cochlear implant, I am able to enjoy listening to the piano more than when I had a hearing aid at age 6. There is a online event at the end of the month where you can learn about the newest cochlear implant available: advancedbionics.cventevents.com/event/1604ef58-51d8-4df6-939f-721e7567c2d3/summary Let me know if this helps or if you have more questions. -David
Thank you for your reply. It's really helpful to know that other people had been in this situation. I've already told my equipe, and they have different opinion. 😅 If you don't mind I have some questions. Is it true that implants help listening in noisy environments? What I'm more worried about is how the implants would sound to me. I know there will be a period of adaptation, but I don't want it to sound metallic. It's obvious for you that it's normal to wear it. Is the sound clear and "crystalline"and not closed and robotic? People have told me that the sound is good, but not "natural" like the difference between a live concert and a recording in a studio. Is it like this also for you? On RUclips I watched some videos that imitate how an implant sounds like, and they aren't reassuring, because the sound is really strange😬, but I've also listened to hearing aid simulations and they sound completely different from how I feel them😂😂. Thank you. It's nice when people share each other their stories.
@@e.b.4759 Great questions! Depending on the cochlear implant and the types of programs applied to them, it can often help in noisy environments. Wireless microphones for group settings is a popular option or finding the right settings for your microphones. Noisy environments can still present some challenges but there are some tools to help. Sound imitations of a cochlear implant sounds way more robotic than what I actually hear. Alike when you heard hearing aid simulations. My normal might be different than another person with a cochlear implant as it comes down to personal preferences during a mapping session with a audiologist. It is hard to say how one will hear with it and it may take time to adapt. Hope that helps!
I hadcto hsve a couple hear implant as Iosty hearing g tonslmost nothing. No hearing left ear 2 percent hearing right ear. Been deaf for years but gradually went down tonalmost nothing
Thank you for your stories, I was born hearing loss as mild. My hearing has been going down over the years. Im now have severe hearing loss. I am hear clear in my left hearing aid. Im having trouble hearing from my right hearing aid. I am on the borderline to be candiate. My audiologist want me go get evaluation for CI if I am candiate. Im concern if I will be candiate because I might do good in my words test. I also have another question. Can I go swiming if I get CI? I am researching about CI and thinking if Im ready. Thanks for the videos of your stories Dawn
Hi Dawn, great questions, and yes. The newest Advanced Bionics (AB) Marvel Processor has waterproof features designed to provide ease from walks to laps in the pool. You can also pair it with a Phonak hearing aid if one ear is not ready for a CI. You can contact AB for more information here: www.advancedbionics.com/ They will be able to provide all the details of the latest technology available and help walk you through the whole process. If you have any more questions, feel free to message me anytime!
Yes I have a Phonak Paradise hearing aids. My audiologist works with Phonak and she thinks I should use my left side as my hearing aid and my right side for CI since that is my weak ear. Do adult have colors CI like the kids or we only got hair oe skin colors for CI? I will message you if I have questions. This is new for me since I have been wearing hearing aids for 45 years.
@@dawndiaz5126 Each person likes to express their personality differently with colors. I love my white for the pool and then the contrast dark petrol for everyday use. I love the sleek look. :)
What does music and singing sound like to you x
Music sounds great to me. My singing is questionable. ha! But I enjoy listening to others sing and keeping up with new music!
It sounds robotic and Mickey Mouse together…you need to train your brain by listening to podcasts or audiobooks
I can relate to that when my left ear got activated for the first time at age 14. I definitely listened to many audiobooks and music and still do to keep up with my listening skills. :)
Bro, this battery is so cool! I didn't know that was a thing, thanks for sharing, I'm hearing, but I love to learn about cochlear implants, so whenever there's something new or something that u think most people don't know about them, plz share, cause it's not easy to find specific information like that.