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[Perception of hearing problems in the older population].
S Moser1, W Luxenberger2, W Freidl3
1Institut für Sozialmedizin und Epidemiologie, Medizinische Universität Graz, Universitätsstraße 6/I, 8010, Graz, Österreich. sarah.moser@fhv.at.
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|March 9, 2017
Summary
Age-related hearing loss impacts older adults, causing mild handicaps and psychosocial issues. Patient-centered care, including self-reports and shared decisions, can improve quality of life.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Audiology
- Psychosocial Health
Background:
- Age-related hearing loss is a common sensory impairment in older adults.
- It is linked to significant psychosocial consequences, including cognitive decline, depression, and reduced well-being.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate how older adults perceive age-related hearing loss.
- To examine the link between functional hearing loss and perceived hearing problems.
- To explore the daily life consequences of age-related hearing loss.
Main Methods:
- Mixed methods approach combining quantitative and qualitative data.
- Quantitative data collected from 65 participants using the Hearing Handicap Inventory for the Elderly (HHIE).
- Qualitative data gathered through semi-structured interviews with 14 older adults with hearing loss.
Main Results:
- Participants generally reported mild hearing handicaps with emotional, social, and communication impacts.
- Feelings of insecurity were commonly reported.
- A discrepancy exists between objective hearing loss and perceived hearing handicap, with not all participants reporting a handicap.
Conclusions:
- Patient-centered care is crucial for enhancing quality of life in older adults with hearing loss.
- This includes objective and self-report measures, involving family, counseling, and shared decision-making.
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