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Subjective Complaints and Coping Strategies of Individuals with Reported Low-Frequency Noise Perceptions
Kristina H Erdelyi1, Anselm B M Fuermaier1, Lara Tucha2
1Department of Clinical and Developmental Neuropsychology, Faculty of Behavioral and Social Sciences, University of Groningen, 9712 TS Groningen, The Netherlands.
Journal of Clinical Medicine
|February 24, 2024
Summary
Individuals experiencing low-frequency noise (LFN) report significant subjective complaints across multiple domains. Coping strategies varied, with some LFN groups seeking more support, indicating complex LFN impacts.
Area of Science:
- Environmental Health
- Psychology
- Acoustics
Background:
- Subjective hindrances from low-frequency noise (LFN) are significant but poorly understood.
- Investigating experienced complaints and coping mechanisms related to LFN is crucial.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine subjective complaints associated with LFN.
- To identify coping strategies employed by individuals affected by LFN.
Main Methods:
- Administered questionnaires on cognition, mood, sleep, fatigue, stress, and coping.
- Compared participants with LFN complaints (LFN1, LFN2) to a control group (CG).
Main Results:
- LFN groups reported more severe symptoms across all measured domains compared to the CG.
- Differences in symptom severity were noted between LFN subgroups.
- All groups utilized similar coping strategies, with higher support seeking in the LFN1 group.
Conclusions:
- Complaint severity may differ between LFN subgroups.
- Further research on primary/secondary complaints and the efficacy of coping strategies for LFN hindrances is warranted.
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