Hearing Loss and Cognitive Decline in the Aging Population: Emerging Perspectives in Audiology

IF 2.1 Q1 AUDIOLOGY & SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY

Audiology Research Pub Date : 2024-05-23 DOI:10.3390/audiolres14030040

N. Nagaraj

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Abstract

In this perspective article, the author explores the connections between hearing loss, central auditory processing, and cognitive decline, offering insights into the complex dynamics at play. Drawing upon a range of studies, the relationship between age-related central auditory processing disorders and Alzheimer’s disease is discussed, with the aim of enhancing our understanding of these interconnected conditions. Highlighting the evolving significance of audiologists in the dual management of cognitive health and hearing impairments, the author focuses on their role in identifying early signs of cognitive impairment and evaluates various cognitive screening tools used in this context. The discussion extends to adaptations of hearing assessments for older adults, especially those diagnosed with dementia, and highlights the significance of objective auditory electrophysiological tests. These tests are presented as vital in assessing the influence of aging and Alzheimer’s disease on auditory processing capabilities and to signal cognitive dysfunction. The article underscores the critical role of audiologists in addressing the challenges faced by the aging population. The perspective calls for further research to improve diagnostic and therapeutic strategies in audiology, and emphasizes the need for a multidisciplinary approach in tackling the nexus of hearing loss, auditory processing, and cognitive decline.

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老龄人口的听力损失和认知能力下降：听力学的新视角

在这篇视角独特的文章中，作者探讨了听力损失、中枢听觉处理和认知能力下降之间的联系，对其中复杂的动态变化提出了自己的见解。文章通过一系列研究，讨论了与年龄相关的中枢听觉处理障碍和阿尔茨海默病之间的关系，旨在加深我们对这些相互关联的疾病的理解。作者强调了听力学家在认知健康和听力障碍双重管理中不断发展的重要性，重点介绍了听力学家在识别认知障碍早期迹象方面的作用，并对在此背景下使用的各种认知筛查工具进行了评估。讨论延伸到听力评估对老年人，尤其是被诊断患有痴呆症的老年人的适应性，并强调了客观听觉电生理测试的重要性。这些测试对于评估衰老和阿尔茨海默病对听觉处理能力的影响以及认知功能障碍的信号至关重要。文章强调了听力学家在应对老龄人口所面临的挑战方面的关键作用。文章呼吁进一步开展研究，以改进听力学的诊断和治疗策略，并强调需要采用多学科方法来解决听力损失、听觉处理和认知衰退之间的联系。

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Audiology Research AUDIOLOGY & SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY-

CiteScore

2.30

自引率

23.50%

发文量

审稿时长

11 weeks

期刊介绍： The mission of Audiology Research is to publish contemporary, ethical, clinically relevant scientific researches related to the basic science and clinical aspects of the auditory and vestibular system and diseases of the ear that can be used by clinicians, scientists and specialists to improve understanding and treatment of patients with audiological and neurotological disorders.