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Psychology and Audiology: A Proposed Guide for Collaborative Care for Hearing Loss and Cognitive Decline
Alida Naudé1, Amisha Kanji2, Keith N Darrow3
1Department of Speech-Language and Hearing Therapy; Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, Stellenbosch University, Western Cape, South Africa.
Purpose:
This clinical focus article explores the role of interdisciplinary collaboration between audiologists and psychologists in managing hearing loss and cognitive decline as interconnected conditions. By employing the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) framework, the article systematically maps the roles and responsibilities of audiologists and psychologists to optimize patient outcomes.
Method:
A structured methodology was used to align the ICF core set for hearing loss with interdisciplinary interventions, highlighting areas of individual and shared responsibility.
Results:
Findings underscore the importance of an integrated care model, where audiologists focus on auditory rehabilitation and cognitive load reduction, while psychologists address the psychosocial and cognitive aspects of hearing loss.
Conclusion:
A multidisciplinary approach that extends beyond audiology and psychology to include neurologists, occupational therapists, and general practitioners ensures comprehensive patient-centered care.
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