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The study aims to assess voice-related quality of life in early adolescents and explore the impact of self-perceived voice changes during puberty.

March 12, 2026Open Access

Voice-Related Quality of Life in Early Adolescents: A Preliminary Cross-Sectional Study

Key Points

The study aims to assess voice-related quality of life in early adolescents and explore the impact of self-perceived voice changes during puberty.
Cross-sectional study design focusing on early adolescents
Self-reported Voice Handicap Index (VHI) values collected
Comparison between healthy individuals and those experiencing pubertal voice changes
Generally mild VHI values reported in healthy adolescents
Higher perceived voice handicap noted in those with self-perceived pubertal voice change
Findings support further multicenter studies and development of assessment tools for adolescents

Abstract

This preliminary study provides self-reported VHI values in early adolescents, indicating generally mild handicap in healthy individuals but higher perceived impact among those with self-perceived pubertal voice change. While based on a small symptomatic subgroup, the findings offer early insights that can guide future multicenter studies and the development of adolescent-appropriate validated tools.

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