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And so the process begins When we're young and going to concerts that are way too loud yet I still sometimes listen at high volumes to my system at home just for the fun of it even though I know better...
Age-related hearing loss is by far the most common type of hearing loss, affecting about one-third of those aged 60-69, and two-thirds of those aged 70 and up. While these numbers are striking, it can be useful to remember that no two hearing losses are exactly alike, and that one person's hearing loss may be more easily treated than another's.
Korean Study Finds More High-Frequency Hearing Loss
High-frequency hearing loss (defined as hearing loss in the 2,000-8,000 Hz range), as we might expect, turns out to be even more common than broad-spectrum hearing loss. A study conducted in Korea found that the rates of high-frequency hearing loss for study participants over age 60 were typically much higher than rates for mid-range frequencies (though these were also high).
For those aged 60-69, hearing loss was present at 3,000 Hz at a rate of 42.7%, and at 6,000 Hz at a rate of 79.5%. For those 70 and older, hearing loss was present at 3,000 Hz at a rate of 70.7%, and at 6,000 Hz at a rate of 93.2%. It seems that as we age, we are all nearly guaranteed to experience high-frequency hearing loss.
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whereas my hearing at age 80 shows mild to moderate loss, I am fortunate not to have suffered any more than that. people like Phil Collins and Paul Simon now have some hope and many veterans have experienced warfare loudnesses will benefit if this research is productive.
...regards...tr
I have no evidence to back this up, but I believe the brain compensates, to a degree, when we listen to music. Over many years of listening to music, the brain recognizes how, for example, cymbals sound and fills in the details as we age. Severe hearing loss, beyond age related hearing loss, is a different issue.
We are always "filling in" stuff from memory and visual suggestion, even when there is no loss. ;-)
Edits: 11/21/24
I'm glad I joined the Air Force at 17. Hearing protection was bashed into us and when I got into audio, I doubled down.
Good for you c_l, for pointing out that hearing loss can vary extensively between Individuals.
I experienced hearing loss earlier than normal age-related, so have utilized hearing aids for more than 20 years. Over that time I've learned a bit about loss and coping with the condition. That is why I don't believe that over-the-counter devices can help many people. An evaluation by an audiologist is necessary, followed by a specific prescription.
Many may not realize this but hearing loss correction is far more complex than with vision impairment. It can involve much more than simple volume gain.
"The secret of life is honesty and fair dealing, if you can fake that you've got it made." Groucho
Paul Simon & the Hearing Loss.
all the best,
mrh
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