Yes, it's hard, being hard of hearing. My hearing loss is significant, but hearing people don't realize just how little I can hear, because I'm not deaf. It's a blessing that I'm learning ASL, and I will continue to learn and hopefully become part of the Deaf community. I'm still hoping...
Teenagers struggle with their own issues, for certain. My son isn't that bad, different issues, but I'm glad you shared, thank you. It helps not feeling alone in this madness! I remember being a teenager too, but my circumstances were way different.