Husband’s severe tinnitus/hyperacusis
Hi everyone, I'm reaching out to this community because I’m extremely worried about my husband and I really don't know what else to do to help him. He has been dealing with severe, onset tinnitus and hyperacusis for the past 4 months. To make matters more overwhelming, we just had our baby 2 months ago. He is constantly crying, asking God for help, and saying he can't do this alone. I am genuinely terrified of the dark thoughts he might be having right now.I’m doing my best to support him with positive talk, listening, and taking care of our newborn, but it’s getting so difficult that I’m developing severe anxiety myself. We’ve been seeing doctors constantly for the last two months. He is currently trying Lenire, using white noise machines, and keeping the air conditioning running, but nothing seems to give him relief yet.For those who have been in this dark place with severe tinnitus and hyperacusis:
What actually helped you get through the worst of the emotional breakdown during the first few months?
What actually helped you get through the worst of the emotional breakdown during the first few months?
Any success or habituation stories for severe cases would mean the world to us right now.
Thank you so much for reading and for any advice or hope you can share.