Relationship of Hearing Impairment to Dementia and Cognitive Dysfunction in Older Adults, April 7, 1989, Uhlmann et al. 261 (13): 1916 — JAMA: Relationship of Hearing Impairment to Dementia and Cognitive Dysfunction in Older Adults
Richard F. Uhlmann, MD, MPH;
Eric B. Larson, MD, MPH;
Thomas S. Rees, PhD;
Thomas D. Koepsell, MD, MPH;
Larry G. Duckert, MD, PhD
[+] Author Affiliations
From the Departments of Medicine (Drs Uhlmann and Larson), Health Services (Drs Uhlmann, Larson, and Koepsell), Otolaryngology (Drs Rees and Duckert), and Epidemiology (Dr Koepsell), University of Washington, Seattle.
Abstract
We conducted a case-control study in 100 cases who had Alzheimer's-type dementia and 100 age-, sex-, and education-matched, nondemented controls to evaluate the hypothesis that hearing impairment contributes to cognitive dysfunction in older adults.
Thursday, December 01, 2011
Friday, November 04, 2011
Vision Screening for Alzheimer's Disease
Alzheimer's and Agnosia, The Alzheimer's Library: Vision Screening for Alzheimer's Disease
"Recent evidence suggests that memory impairment and vision impairment are closely linked in Alzheimer's disease and that special testing for vision impairment can improve early detection and treatment"
"Recent evidence suggests that memory impairment and vision impairment are closely linked in Alzheimer's disease and that special testing for vision impairment can improve early detection and treatment"
Alzheimer's and Agnosia, The Alzheimer's Library
Alzheimer's and Agnosia, The Alzheimer's Library: Patients may develop visual agnosia, the inability to identify objects and people; auditory agnosia, the inability to process sounds; and/or tactile agnosia, the inability to process signals through the skin. We can't change the diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease, but we can create a safe and soothing place for our loved ones
Alzheimer's and Vision Problems, The Alzheimer's Library
Alzheimer's and Vision Problems, The Alzheimer's Library
"More than 60 percent of the people with Alzheimer's have a decline in one or more visual capacities. Problems most commonly occur in four areas: motion, depth, color and contrast. And like other Alzheimer's symptoms, not everyone with the disease will experience visual and perceptual problems to the same degree."
"It's important for caregivers to understand what people with Alzheimer's may be "seeing" when they look at an object and how that differs from what the caregivers see when they look at the same object. Once that knowledge is gained, steps can be taken to increase safety and lessen confusion."
"More than 60 percent of the people with Alzheimer's have a decline in one or more visual capacities. Problems most commonly occur in four areas: motion, depth, color and contrast. And like other Alzheimer's symptoms, not everyone with the disease will experience visual and perceptual problems to the same degree."
"It's important for caregivers to understand what people with Alzheimer's may be "seeing" when they look at an object and how that differs from what the caregivers see when they look at the same object. Once that knowledge is gained, steps can be taken to increase safety and lessen confusion."
Wednesday, October 05, 2011
Hearing Loss and Aging - Senior Health, Aging, Elder Care, and Health Conditions on MedicineNet.com
Hearing Loss and Aging - Senior Health, Aging, Elder Care, and Health Conditions on MedicineNet.com: Tinnitus (tih-NIE-tuhs) accompanies many forms of hearing loss, including those that sometimes come with aging. People with tinnitus may hear a ringing, roaring, or some other noise inside their ears. Tinnitus may be caused by loud noise, hearing loss, certain medicines, and other health problems, such as allergies and problems in the heart and blood vessels. Often it is unclear why the ringing happens. Tinnitus can come and go, it can stop completely, or it can stay. Some medicines may help ease the problem. Wearing a hearing aid makes it easier for some people to hear the sounds they need to hear by making them louder. Maskers, small devices that use sound to make tinnitus less noticeable, help other people. Music also can be soothing and can sometimes mask the sounds caused by the condition. It also helps to avoid things that might make tinnitus worse, like smoking, alcohol, and loud noises.
I can't hear in this background noise!: unbalanced hearing
I can't hear in this background noise!: unbalanced hearing: Unbalanced hearing
Background noise can be a major problem for people with hearing loss when they cannot easily distinguish one conversation from another. A common cause is unbalanced hearing which occurs when the two ears 'hear' differently in some way. Suitably adjusted hearing aids in two ears rather than one can sometimes improve matters, but for me and for countless other deaf people, unbalanced hearing has to be lived with because one or both ears are damaged.
Background noise can be a major problem for people with hearing loss when they cannot easily distinguish one conversation from another. A common cause is unbalanced hearing which occurs when the two ears 'hear' differently in some way. Suitably adjusted hearing aids in two ears rather than one can sometimes improve matters, but for me and for countless other deaf people, unbalanced hearing has to be lived with because one or both ears are damaged.
Hearing Aids and Background Noise: Overcoming the Battle
Hearing Aids and Background Noise: Overcoming the Battle: you may want to focus only on what the person next to you is saying, without being subjected to distracting background noises such as traffic or people shouting or laughing loudly. Unfortunately, hearing aids don’t block these sounds. Normal hearing persons often have the same difficulties in background noise.
That fact was recently brought up in an article published on the website of the Better Hearing Institute by Patricia B. Kricos, PhD, Professor of Audiology and Director of the Center for Gerontological Studies at the University of Florida.
“Despite tremendous advances in hearing aid technology, even with the latest digital noise reduction circuitry, background noise continues to be a problem,” Dr. Kricos writes.
That fact was recently brought up in an article published on the website of the Better Hearing Institute by Patricia B. Kricos, PhD, Professor of Audiology and Director of the Center for Gerontological Studies at the University of Florida.
“Despite tremendous advances in hearing aid technology, even with the latest digital noise reduction circuitry, background noise continues to be a problem,” Dr. Kricos writes.
Alzheimer's Disease and Hearing loss—is it dementia or hearing loss?
Alzheimer's Disease and Hearing loss—is it dementia or hearing loss?: Improved hearing provides significant stimulation to the brain.
A hearing loss isolates the listening from their environment. Corrected hearing stimulates the brain and helps us comprehend the world around us. Like doing a crossword puzzles, just conversing with someone stimulates vital sections of the brain.
Uncorrected hearing loss can make Alzheimer's and Dementia worse.
Even if you already have symptoms of Alzheimer’s or Dementia, correcting for hearing loss decreases the effects of memory loss. A 1999 study showed that testing and correcting hearing loss in Alzheimer’s patient could be done effectively. The study showed that there was a significant improvement in everyday communication. This improvement in hearing resulted in a decreased burden on caregivers
A hearing loss isolates the listening from their environment. Corrected hearing stimulates the brain and helps us comprehend the world around us. Like doing a crossword puzzles, just conversing with someone stimulates vital sections of the brain.
Uncorrected hearing loss can make Alzheimer's and Dementia worse.
Even if you already have symptoms of Alzheimer’s or Dementia, correcting for hearing loss decreases the effects of memory loss. A 1999 study showed that testing and correcting hearing loss in Alzheimer’s patient could be done effectively. The study showed that there was a significant improvement in everyday communication. This improvement in hearing resulted in a decreased burden on caregivers
Hearing Loss and Dementia Linked in Study - 02/14/2011
Hearing Loss and Dementia Linked in Study - 02/14/2011: Hearing Loss and Dementia Linked in Study
Release Date: 02/14/2011
Seniors with hearing loss are significantly more likely to develop dementia over time than those who retain their hearing, a study by Johns Hopkins and National Institute on Aging researchers suggests. The findings, the researchers say, could lead to new ways to combat dementia, a condition that affects millions of people worldwide and carries heavy societal burdens.
Although the reason for the link between the two conditions is unknown, the investigators suggest that a common pathology may underlie both or that the strain of decoding sounds over the years may overwhelm the brains of people with hearing loss, leaving them more vulnerable to dementia. They also speculate that hearing loss could lead to dementia by making individuals more socially isolated, a known risk factor for dementia and other cognitive disorders.
Release Date: 02/14/2011
Seniors with hearing loss are significantly more likely to develop dementia over time than those who retain their hearing, a study by Johns Hopkins and National Institute on Aging researchers suggests. The findings, the researchers say, could lead to new ways to combat dementia, a condition that affects millions of people worldwide and carries heavy societal burdens.
Although the reason for the link between the two conditions is unknown, the investigators suggest that a common pathology may underlie both or that the strain of decoding sounds over the years may overwhelm the brains of people with hearing loss, leaving them more vulnerable to dementia. They also speculate that hearing loss could lead to dementia by making individuals more socially isolated, a known risk factor for dementia and other cognitive disorders.
Sunday, October 02, 2011
Hearing Aid Information and Reviews - Hearing Aids 1000
Hearing Aid Information and Reviews - Hearing Aids 1000: Started over four years ago, Hearing Aids 1000 is quickly growing into one of the leading hearing aids resources on the internet. We offer the latest and most important information and will give you a completely unbiased look at the hearing aids industry.
We do not sell any products! Only advise as to which products we like (or don't like) the most.
We do not sell any products! Only advise as to which products we like (or don't like) the most.
Best Hearing Aid Guide
Best Hearing Aid Guide: Welcome. Everything Hearing Aids. One Easy Place.
Do you want to learn about hearing aids? You have come to the right site.
To begin, simply pick a section below.
Do you want to learn about hearing aids? You have come to the right site.
To begin, simply pick a section below.
Hearing Aid - Related Links
Hearing Aid - Related Links: Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Links - Publications - Manufacturers & Distributors
LINKS
Links - Publications - Manufacturers & Distributors
LINKS
State Special Telephone Equipment Distribution Programs
State Special Telephone Equipment Distribution Programs: State Special Telephone Equipment Distribution Programs
About 35 states have programs to provide "special telephone equipment" free to persons with hearing, speech, or other disabilities. For more up-to-date info on these programs, visit the Telecommunications Equipment Distribution Program Association website.
About 35 states have programs to provide "special telephone equipment" free to persons with hearing, speech, or other disabilities. For more up-to-date info on these programs, visit the Telecommunications Equipment Distribution Program Association website.
Saturday, August 13, 2011
Tuesday, May 10, 2011
Wireless TV Speaker
Wireless TV Speaker Systems Many people want to listen to their TV from speakers placed at a location of their choosing.
TV Pillowsonic Stereo Pillow Speaker
Designed to bring you private listening in total comfort without cumbersome earphones. connect to tape, cd or mp3 players, radio, tv and more. crystal-clear sounds emerge though your pillow at intimate volume levels.
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