Hearing Loss and Dementia Connection
People who develop hearing problems during mid-life (aged 40–65) have an increased risk of developing dementia. It may also be one of the early symptoms of dementia.
Restoration of Brain Function caused by the proper Hearing Treatment
Glick and Sharma (2020) provided evidence that treatment of hearing loss can lead to a restoration of more typical brain functioning, emphasizing the plasticity and potential reversibility of these changes with appropriate intervention.
Cognitive Function Significant Improvement as a Hearing Treatment effect
In their study, Glick and Sharma (2020) also noted improvements in cognitive functions following treatment for hearing loss, linking auditory health directly to cognitive well-being.
A study published in JAMA focused on a sample of adults in the United States from the National Health and Aging Trends Study, which follows Medicare beneficiaries. This study found that those with moderate to severe hearing loss could significantly reduce their risk of dementia simply by using hearing aids. Feb 16, 2023
