Exploring Sensory Processing Abilities in Adults with Acquired Hearing Loss

TEKİN DAL B., Çetin B., Siimsiek E. N., BUMİN G.

Journal of Laryngology and Otology, 2023 (SCI-Expanded) identifier identifier

  • Yayın Türü: Makale / Tam Makale
  • Basım Tarihi: 2023
  • Doi Numarası: 10.1017/s0022215123001779
  • Dergi Adı: Journal of Laryngology and Otology
  • Derginin Tarandığı İndeksler: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus, Academic Search Premier, BIOSIS, CAB Abstracts, CINAHL, MLA - Modern Language Association Database, Veterinary Science Database
  • Anahtar Kelimeler: adult, Hearing loss, sensorineural hearing loss, sensory processing
  • Hacettepe Üniversitesi Adresli: Evet

Özet

Objective:This study aimed to evaluate the sensory processing abilities of adults with acquired hearing loss and determine whether their sensory processing patterns differ from those of the general population and adults with normal hearing. Methods:The study evaluated the sensory processing functions of 30 adults with acquired hearing loss using the Adolescent/Adult Sensory Profile and compared them with 30 adults with normal hearing. Results:The results showed that individuals with hearing loss have a significantly higher sensitivity to stimuli related to motion, vision, activity, and touch, exhibiting a low registration sensory pattern and a sensation-Avoiding pattern that differed from those of most individuals. Conclusion:Assessing sensory processing profiles can help identify specific sensory difficulties and inform individualized treatment plans. The study highlights the importance of considering sensory processing patterns in the management of hearing loss to improve overall well-being and quality of life for adults with hearing loss.