4 Important Facts about Hearing Loss

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Hearing loss is a problem that affects millions of Americans, and can significantly decrease a person’s quality of life if left untreated. To learn more, take a look at these hearing loss facts:

Hearing loss is incredibly common. A decline in hearing is a natural part of the aging process experienced by almost half of adults age 75 or older. However, there are many potential causes for hearing loss, including congenital birth defects, infections, and exposure to loud noises.
There are three types of hearing loss. The ear is divided into three parts that lead to the brain: the outer, middle, and inner ear. Hearing problems can originate from the structures of any of these three parts. Conductive hearing loss occurs in the outer and middle ear. Sensorineural hearing loss occurs when there is damage to the inner ear or to the nerve pathways that lead from the inner ear to the brain. Mixed hearing loss is a combination of both.
Hearing loss in children inhibits their development. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, almost 15% of children ages 6 to 19 have low or high frequency hearing loss. The ability to hear is critical to speech and language development. Hearing loss can have profound effects on a child’s ability to learn and function in social settings, but early intervention with the aid of audiological services can promote language development.
Depressions and anxiety are associated with hearing loss. The inability to hear properly in a social setting can lead to misunderstandings, constant requests for people to repeat themselves, and pulling back from the conversation entirely. Not being able to communicate can have a variety of negative effects on a person’s mental health, including isolation, anxiety, and depression.

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