very useful resources and a research paper on the issue of hearing impairment in the setting of dementia and cognitive impairment. The paper in particular is really powerful as it contains a lot of direct quotes from people going through this that give a really helpful window into the experience.
a piece of research looking at the experiences of people with cognitive impairment, dementia and hearing loss:
Why untreated hearing loss is bad for your brain
Hearing loss is a type of sensory deprivation known as auditory deprivation. When the brain is deprived of sounds for too long -- such as with untreated hearing loss -- the auditory nerve can weaken and atrophy, making it even harder to hear.
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Health benefits of hearing aids
Increasingly, research is showing that hearing aids can do far more than just help you hear. They may also make you healthier. Here's why.
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a piece of research looking at the experiences of people with cognitive impairment, dementia and hearing loss:
Experiences of hearing aid use among patients with mild cognitive impairment and Alzheimer’s disease dementia: A qualitative study
Hearing aid usage supports communication and independence; however, many do not use their hearing aids. This study explored the experiences of hearing aid use in adults with mild cognitive impairment or Alzheimer’s disease.Participants completed ...
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