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Factors Affecting Hearing Aid Adoption and Use: A Qualitative Study
Nicola E Gallagher1, Jayne V Woodside1
1Centre for Public Health, Queen's University, Belfast BT12 6BJ, UK.
Journal of the American Academy of Audiology
|April 18, 2018
Summary
Many older adults do not use hearing aids despite hearing loss. Providing more information and follow-up appointments can improve hearing aid adoption and use in this population.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Audiology
- Public Health
Background:
- Age-related hearing loss is common in older adults.
- Hearing aid adoption and use remain low despite their benefits.
- Understanding factors influencing hearing aid use is crucial for improving quality of life.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore factors associated with hearing aid adoption and use in older adults.
- To compare these factors across different hearing aid usage groups.
- To identify barriers and facilitators to hearing aid uptake and consistent use.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative study employing face-to-face semistructured interviews.
- Grounded theory principles used for thematic analysis.
- Three groups studied: regular users, irregular users, and non-owners of hearing aids.
Main Results:
- Common themes included the complexity of hearing aid use and attitudes towards hearing loss.
- Inadequacy of audiology services was a theme for hearing aid users.
- Greater hearing aid adoption and use were associated with more severe hearing loss and longer ownership duration.
Conclusions:
- Providing accessible information for individuals with hearing loss and hearing aid users is essential.
- Scheduled follow-up appointments are crucial for improving hearing aid adoption and use.
- Further research is needed on optimal information dissemination and follow-up schedules.
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