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- Title
Hearing Loss and Cognition: What We Know and Where We Need to Go.
- Authors
Powell, Danielle S.; Oh, Esther S.; Reed, Nicholas S.; Lin, Frank R.; Deal, Jennifer A.
- Abstract
Although a causal association remains to be determined, epidemiologic evidence suggests an association between hearing loss and increased risk of dementia. If we determine the association is causal, opportunity for targeted intervention for hearing loss may play a fundamental role in dementia prevention. In this discussion, we summarize current research on the association between hearing loss and dementia and review potential casual mechanisms behind the association (e.g., sensory-deprivation hypothesis, information-degradation hypothesis, common cause). We emphasize key areas of research which might best inform our investigation of this potential casual association. These selected research priorities include examination of the causal mechanism, measurement of co-existing hearing loss and cognitive impairment and determination of any bias in testing, potential for managing hearing loss for prevention of dementia and cognitive decline, or the potential to reduce dementia-related symptoms through the management of hearing loss. Addressing these research gaps and how results are then translated for clinical use may prove paramount for dementia prevention, management, and overall health of older adults.
- Subjects
DIAGNOSIS of dementia; DEMENTIA prevention; COGNITION disorders; SENSORY disorders; HEARING disorders; DEMENTIA; DISEASE management; DISEASE risk factors; SYMPTOMS
- Publication
Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience, 2022, Vol 14, p1
- ISSN
1663-4365
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.3389/fnagi.2021.769405