Audiology and brain health
Age and genetics are the biggest unmodifiable factors in dementia risk, but other factors, including hearing loss, are also associated with dementia. The association between hearing loss and dementia is not well understood and is likely to be complex. Hearing loss is linked to conditions like depression and social isolation, which are also connected to dementia. Untreated hearing loss can result in social isolation, which has been shown to increase the likelihood of developing dementia. Managing hearing loss with hearing aids can improve communication and support social engagement, both of which are important for maintaining overall well-being and brain health. However, more research is needed to fully understand how managing hearing loss might impact dementia risk.
Go here to watch a video on hearing loss and dementia on YouTube.
Go here to the visit the ‘facts and statements on dementia’ on the RNID website.
Dementia Care
Go here to the ‘dementia care’ page on the NHS Wales Performance and Improvement website.
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