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Tinnitus Effects And Correlations Between Capd, Language Processing, And Asd: A Capstone Case Series, Kristin Williford, Antony Joseph
Tinnitus Effects And Correlations Between Capd, Language Processing, And Asd: A Capstone Case Series, Kristin Williford, Antony Joseph
AuD Capstone Projects - Communication Sciences and Disorders
Introduction: Some people with tinnitus have normal audiometric hearing thresholds. Even when hearing is within normal limits, patients can suffer a myriad of symptoms from tinnitus, including depression and other mental health problems. Case Presentation: A male adult presented to the clinic with complaints of bothersome tinnitus, asymmetric hearing loss, and a long history of environmental noise exposure, including both occupational and recreational noise. Discussion: Audiologists should determine the primary concerns of their tinnitus patients and how the condition affects their health and wellbeing. To do this, a thorough case history, audiologic assessment, outcome measures, and empathetic listening should be …
A Young Female With Chronic Debilitating Tinnitus And A Middle-Aged Male With Life-Long Noise Exposure And Bothersome Tinnitus, Lindsey Petras, Antony Joseph
A Young Female With Chronic Debilitating Tinnitus And A Middle-Aged Male With Life-Long Noise Exposure And Bothersome Tinnitus, Lindsey Petras, Antony Joseph
AuD Capstone Projects - Communication Sciences and Disorders
Introduction: Tinnitus is characterized by a sporadic or constant ringing, chirping, buzzing, or related characteristics that are perceived auditorily and can range in intensity. Case Presentation: A young adult female with normal hearing sensitivity presented to the clinic with constant unilateral pulsatile tinnitus in the right ear that was intensified with physical activity and caffeine. It was reported as sudden in onset and classified as severely debilitating. After extensive audiologic testing, personalized counseling, and a thorough medical evaluation, the patient received an open-fit monaural hearing aid to promote safe sound therapy and tinnitus habituation. Discussion: Thorough audiologic and medical evaluation, …
Case Reports On Disorders Of Sound Tolerance: Misophonia And Hyperacusis, Madison Mcconville, Antony Joseph
Case Reports On Disorders Of Sound Tolerance: Misophonia And Hyperacusis, Madison Mcconville, Antony Joseph
AuD Capstone Projects - Communication Sciences and Disorders
Introduction: Misophonia is a rare disorder affecting approximately one in 1,500 people, of which, a small percentage are pediatric patients. Misophonia is characterized by the dislike of an explicit sound in a specific context. Treatment for misophonia includes a four-step program that can be modified for pediatrics. Case Presentation: A young female presented to the clinic with a significant distressed reaction when in the presence of specific sounds that included chewing, clicking pens, and loud music bass tones. Discussion: Treatment of misophonia is comparable to a care-plan for both tinnitus and hyperacusis. For this case, a four-step approach was used …
Pathogenesis And Onset Of Tinnitus And Use Of Holistic And Traditional Audiological Approaches For Management, Christy Mahrt, Antony Joseph
Pathogenesis And Onset Of Tinnitus And Use Of Holistic And Traditional Audiological Approaches For Management, Christy Mahrt, Antony Joseph
AuD Capstone Projects - Communication Sciences and Disorders
Introduction: Tinnitus is the subjective sensation of noise perceived at the peripheral or central level. Occasionally, tinnitus perception may be severe enough to present debilitating effects on daily activities. The occurrence of tinnitus can be related to occupational or non-occupational hazardous noise exposure. Case Presentation: A 60-year-old male presented with bilateral tinnitus with an initial onset at age 21. The progression of his tinnitus has caused disruptions in sleeping patterns and concentration. His history included extensive occupational and non-occupational noise exposure. Discussion: Hearing conservation is an important aspect of facilitating tinnitus management for individuals who have noise-related tinnitus. Hearing aids, …
Recreational Sound Risk For A University Student: Case Study, Michele Wattman, Antony Joseph
Recreational Sound Risk For A University Student: Case Study, Michele Wattman, Antony Joseph
AuD Capstone Projects - Communication Sciences and Disorders
Concern about noise exposure in recreational settings is growing and unsafe levels of sound are frequently being experienced in a variety of non-occupational settings such as pubs, nightclubs, concerts, parties, and fitness classes. Damage to the auditory system may occur with regular participation in these loud activities. A case study was conducted to estimate sound exposure levels and risk associated with common activities. Findings demonstrated that pubs presented a hazardous sound environment, so information about health-oriented behavior is essential to effectively improve hearing conservation awareness for university students. Public awareness and personal hearing protection should be strongly considered to prevent …