http://hearing-aids-santa-fe-nm.com Did you know that hearing loss in the teenage population is on the rise? Studies have found that 15% of teens have some degree of hearing loss, an increase of 19% between 2005-2006.

1. Hearing Loss on the Rise – Teens and Young
Adults
Did you know that hearing loss in the
teenage population is on the rise? Studies
have found that 15% of teens have some
degree of hearing loss, an increase of 19%
between 2005-2006.
Noise exposure is one of the primary culprits
in 2/3 of cases when hearing loss in the low frequencies was
present.
The majority of hearing loss cases were only mild, but even mild
hearing loss can have a great effect on an individual's academic
performance.
The youngest individuals' speech and language development can
be adversely affected as well.
Hearing Loss And Personal Listening Devices
We all know that personal listening devices (e.g. iPods, Mp3
players) are very popular among our teen and young adult
populations.
If you can hear the music when you are standing next to
someone who is listening to a personal listening device, the music
is too loud.
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2. Whether listening to heavy metal or classical music, if the music
is too loud, permanent hearing loss can occur. There are usually
no warning signs that hearing loss has occurred until the
damage is done.
What can you do to keep your hearing protected? First, turn the
volume down. Secondly, you may benefit from the use of sound
isolating earphones or ear buds which limit the sound to a safe
85db and are recommended by audiologists.
The sound limit can not be overridden, yet you still get good
quality sound at a safe volume.
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The Hearing Care Centers At SouthWestern Ear, Nose & Throat
Call Us Now: (505) 819-0617
For Physician Appointments or Medical Records Please Call (505) 982-4848
M-Th 8:00am – 5:00pm F 8:00am – 4:00pm