Untreated Hearing Loss Linked to Depression, Social Isolation in Seniors

ByQuantum Hearing Clinic

Untreated Hearing Loss Linked to Depression, Social Isolation in Seniors

The survey of 2,300 hearing impaired adults age 50 and older found that those with untreated hearing loss were more likely to report depression, anxiety, and paranoia and were less likely to participate in organized social activities, compared to those who wear hearing aids.

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https://www.audiology.org/publications/guidelines-and-standards/untreated-hearing-loss-linked-depression-social-isolation#:~:text=The%20survey%20of%202%2C300%20hearing,those%20who%20wear%20hearing%20aids.