Studies show that untreated hearing loss is linked to:
- Irritability, negativism, and anger
- Fatigue, stress, tension, and depression
- Withdrawal from or avoidance of social situations
- Social rejection and isolation
- Reduced alertness and increased risk to personal safety, such as falls
- Impaired memory and ability to learn new tasks
- Reduced job performance and earning power
- Diminished psychological and overall health
- Diminished cognitive function in older adults
(Source: Christensen, L. , AAA Convention, 2014)
