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Assessment of Audio-Tactile Sensory Substitution Training in Participants with Profound Deafness Using the Event-Related Potential Technique
Published on: September 7, 2022
[Professional deafness : a discreet sensory handicap.].
Sante Mentale Au Quebec
|January 1, 1981
Summary
Noise induced hearing loss (NIHL) is a common occupational health issue causing unpredictable hearing behavior. Self-help groups offer potential solutions for communication difficulties and psychosocial challenges associated with NIHL.
Area of Science:
- Audiology
- Occupational Health
- Psychosocial Studies
Context:
- Noise induced hearing loss (NIHL) is the most prevalent form of partial deafness.
- NIHL is a significant occupational health concern.
- The unpredictable nature of NIHL complicates social interactions.
Purpose:
- To explore the psychosocial impact of NIHL.
- To investigate communication challenges faced by individuals with NIHL.
- To evaluate self-help groups as a potential intervention.
Summary:
- NIHL leads to unpredictable hearing behaviors, often misinterpreted as unwillingness to communicate.
- This misinterpretation causes significant communication difficulties and impacts psychosocial stability.
- Currently, no universal remedy exists for NIHL-related conflicts.
Impact:
- Highlights the social and psychological burden of NIHL.
- Underscores the need for better understanding and support for individuals with NIHL.
- Identifies self-help groups as a promising avenue for addressing NIHL challenges.
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