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Noise, Hearing Loss, Use of Hearing Protector Devices and
Its Attitudes and Beliefs among Young Adults

Anu A., MASLP
Dr. Binoy Shany, M.S., Ph.D.

Introduction

Noise can be defined as sound at an intensity that can hinder with verbal communication and may cause uneasiness of the ears or reduction of hearing sensitivity, defined as hearing damage. Any exposure to noise of significant intensity and duration increases the risk of ear damage and causes permanent hearing affection, known as noise-induced-hearing-loss (NIHL). It is widely believed that exposure to noise for a long duration of a period can lead to hearing loss, which is commonly termed as noise-induced-hearing-loss. NIHL is the second most common type of acquired hearing loss following Presbycusis and there is some evidence that NIHL may be on the rise in adolescents and young adults (Portnuff, Fligor & Arehart, 2011).

Even though many people get exposed to noise daily, there are people who are at a high risk and those whose occupations and lifestyles revolve around noise or loud music. If the exposure is long-term it can lead to a permanent hearing loss. As reported by some authors it is estimated that 11 million individuals suffer from some degree of NIHL (Bogoch, House, & Kudla, 2005; Crandell, Mills, & Gauthier, 2004). A recent report by Henderson, Testa & Hartnick in 2011, compared the data during the period 1984-1988 to 2005-2006 and reported an increase in the exposure to loud noise and music through headphones, and a decrease in the use of hearing protection in the youths of United States. The prevalence of noise-induced hearing loss in female youths had also increased to statistically significant levels compared to 20 years previously. Similarly, the data from the United Kingdom indicate that 20% of youth regularly expose themselves to excessive loud levels of music.

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Anu A., MASLP
Marthoma College of Special Education
Institute of Speech & Hearing
Badiadka, Kasaragod-671551
anuaslp2017@gmail.com

Dr. Binoy Shany, M.S., Ph.D.
Professor
Marthoma College of Special Education
Institute of Speech & Hearing
Badiadka, Kasaragod-671551
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