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Emerging Topics in the Behavioral Neuroscience of Tinnitus
Grant D Searchfield1,2,3, Jinsheng Zhang4,5, Roshni Biswas6
1Audiology, School of Population Health, Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences, The University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand. g.searchfield@auckland.ac.nz.
Current Topics in Behavioral Neurosciences
|March 5, 2021
Summary
Tinnitus research is rapidly advancing, but much remains unknown. This work explores new research directions and methods to deepen our understanding of tinnitus and improve treatments.
Area of Science:
- Behavioral Neuroscience
- Auditory Neuroscience
- Tinnitus Research
Background:
- Significant progress has been made in understanding tinnitus.
- However, current knowledge regarding tinnitus is incomplete.
- This necessitates exploration of emerging topics and research areas.
Purpose of the Study:
- To consider emerging topics and research areas in tinnitus.
- To discuss new research avenues and methodologies.
- To outline current assessment, treatment, and research method issues.
Main Methods:
- Review of recent advances in tinnitus theory, models, diagnostics, therapies, and therapeutics.
- Discussion of emerging research topics and necessary investigations.
- Outline of current assessment, treatment, and research methods.
Main Results:
- Identified gaps in current tinnitus knowledge.
- Proposed new research avenues and methods.
- Highlighted issues with existing assessment and treatment strategies.
Conclusions:
- Tinnitus research requires continued exploration of novel theories and models.
- Advancements in diagnostics and therapeutics are ongoing but incomplete.
- Further investigation into emerging research areas is crucial for progress.
