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    Hearing impairment in rural adults is linked to increased depression, poorer attention, and lower mental quality of life. This study highlights the need for community-based hearing health interventions.

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    Area of Science:

    • Gerontological Nursing
    • Public Health
    • Audiology

    Background:

    • Age-related hearing impairment negatively impacts mental health, function, and social engagement.
    • Understanding these impacts in rural settings is crucial for targeted interventions.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate perceived hearing impairment and its association with person-centered outcomes in a rural adult population.
    • To explore the relationship between hearing difficulties and mental health, cognitive function, and quality of life.

    Main Methods:

    • A cross-sectional, descriptive correlational study design was employed.
    • Surveys with validated instruments were distributed in a rural community church.
    • Spearman's rank correlations were used to analyze data from 72 participants.

    Main Results:

    • 31% of participants reported moderate to severe hearing impairment.
    • Perceived hearing impairment correlated with increased depressive symptoms (rs = 0.24, p = 0.052).
    • Hearing impairment was associated with poorer attentional function (rs = -0.29, p = 0.016) and reduced mental quality of life (rs = -0.21, p = 0.081).

    Conclusions:

    • Findings support the link between hearing impairment and adverse person-centered outcomes, including cognitive function.
    • Results provide a basis for developing community-driven, church-based hearing health programs.
    • Addressing hearing impairment is vital for improving well-being in rural older adults.