Erschienen in:
11.10.2023 | Miscellaneous
Investigation of the relationship between hyperacusis and auditory processing difficulties in individuals with normal hearing
verfasst von:
Talha Cogen, Halide Cetin Kara, Eyyup Kara, Fatma Telci, Haydar Murat Yener
Erschienen in:
European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology
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Ausgabe 1/2024
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Abstract
Purpose
This study aimed to investigate the prevalence of hyperacusis and auditory processing (listening) difficulties (APDiff) in normal-hearing young adults and to explore the relationship between these two conditions.
Methods
A total of 333 participants aged 18–24 underwent pure-tone audiometry tests and completed the Khalfa Hyperacusis Questionnaire (KHQ) and the University of Cincinnati Auditory Processing Inventory (UCAPI) online.
Results
Hyperacusis was identified in 26.43% of participants, and APDiff in 36.04%. A strong, positive correlation was found between KHQ and UCAPI scores (r = 0.603, p < 0.001). Logistic regression models indicated that hyperacusis significantly increased the likelihood of having APDiff (OR 7.688, p < 0.001).
Conclusion
Despite the high prevalence of hyperacusis and APDiff in young adults, few seek help from audiology clinics. Our findings highlight a significant link between hyperacusis and APDiff, emphasizing the need for screening protocols for auditory processing skills in young adults due to these conditions’ potential social and academic impacts.