Hi @stites, I'm so sorry that you had to retire at age 62 from a position that you loved - and sad about your loss of income. Have you talked with a doctoral level audiologist (Ph.D. or Aud)? Someone who really knows their stuff? Not a hearing aid dealer as they can provide hearing aids but do not have the academic training of an fully qualified and licensed audiologist. I noticed my tinnitus got worse about 8 years ago, about the time my hearing loss started getting worse. I also noticed that my tinnitus was worse during times of high stress like during contract negotiations in my employment. I'd lie in bed in listen to the constant humming and worry. Not a good combination. I "qualified" for hearing aids (according to my insurance carrier) this time last year and I talked with the audiologist about masking the tinnitus with my hearing aids. I am seeing the audiologist today and will ask him if indeed that is the case as I've noticed far less tinnitus since getting the hearing aids. But then, my circumstances have changed, too. I went part-time 3 years ago and am now retired. I'm in a far better place in my mental health. I wish you all the best and blessing as you look for ways to treat your tinnitus.