How Hearing Devices Improve Social Well-being? Study Finds Out
A new study has found that hearing aids and cochlear implants can significantly enhance the social well-being of adults with hearing loss. Findings are published in JAMA Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery.
Hearing loss affects an estimated 40 million American adults, but many go untreated. According to lead researcher Janet Choi, MD, MPH, an otolaryngologist with Keck Medicine, untreated hearing loss can make communication challenging, often causing individuals to withdraw from social interactions.
To better understand this link, Choi and her team conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis of 65 previously published studies, analyzing data from more than 5,000 participants. They focused on three key areas: social quality of life, perceived social handicap, and loneliness. The findings revealed that hearing device users felt more connected, were better able to navigate group conversations, and experienced fewer barriers and frustrations in social settings.
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