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Music Perception Abilities of the Hearing Amplification System Users.
Sungmin Jo1, Jiyeong Yun1, Jeong-Sug Kyong2
1Department of Speech Pathology and Audiology, Graduate School, Hallym University, Chuncheon, Korea.
Journal of Audiology & Otology
|March 12, 2023
Summary
Individuals with hearing amplification systems (HAS) demonstrate lower music perception but high satisfaction. Music rehabilitation can enhance music perception abilities for HAS users.
Area of Science:
- Audiology
- Neuroscience
- Music Therapy
Background:
- Music perception is crucial for emotional stability and quality of life in individuals with hearing loss.
- Hearing amplification systems (HAS) aim to improve auditory function, but their impact on music perception requires further investigation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To compare music perception abilities between normal hearing (NH) individuals and those using HAS.
- To identify needs and methods for music rehabilitation in the hearing loss population.
Main Methods:
- 15 normal hearing (NH) adults and 15 HAS adults (including cochlear implant users) underwent pitch, melody, rhythm, timbre, emotional reaction, and harmony perception tests.
- Mismatch negativity (MMN) tests and music listening satisfaction surveys were also conducted.
Main Results:
- The HAS group consistently scored lower than the NH group across all music perception tests, with statistically significant differences in pitch, melody, and harmony.
- While MMN waveform areas were smaller in the HAS group, satisfaction with music listening was high (93.3%) and not statistically different from the NH group (80%).
Conclusions:
- HAS users exhibit diminished music perception but a strong desire for music engagement and high satisfaction.
- Systematic music rehabilitation tailored to musical elements and diverse listening experiences is recommended to improve music perception for HAS users.
Keywords:
Cochlear implantsHearing amplification systemMismatch negativityMusic perceptionNormal hearingMore Related Videos
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