Examine the effects of leisure noise exposure on hearing health during adolescence and young adulthood.
Longitudinal cohort design over 10 years
Focus on adolescents to young adults
Assessment of hearing health outcomes
Identification of risk groups
Increased leisure noise exposure correlates with hearing loss
Early intervention shows potential to reduce risk of NIHL
Identified groups at higher risk for hearing impairment
Abstract
The implementation of preventive measures at an early age is crucial to prevent early onset of NIHL. Additionally, identified risk groups should be considered.