Characteristics of hyperacusis in the general population
There is a need for better understanding of various characteristics in hyperacusis in the general population. The objectives of the present study were to investigate individuals in the general population with hyperacusis regarding demographics, lifestyle,
Johan Paulin +2 more
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Phenotypic characteristics of hyperacusis in tinnitus.
BackgroundMany people with tinnitus also suffer from hyperacusis. Both clinical and basic scientific data indicate an overlap in pathophysiologic mechanisms.
Martin Schecklmann +3 more
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Introduction: Hypersensitivity to sound and tinnitus are often co-morbid and can influence emotional well-being, hearing, sleep, concentration, cause anxiety, and interfere with speech perception in noise. Purpose: A clear measure of sensitivity to sound
Prashanth Prabhu, Megha Kondli Nagaraj
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The short hyperacusis questionnaire: A tool for the identification and measurement of hyperacusis in the Italian tinnitus population [PDF]
The aim of this study was to explore the collapsibility of the Italian version of Khalfa’s hyperacusis questionnaire (HQ). We identified the more statistically significant items of the HQ and created the short hyperacusis questionnaire (SHQ).
Federica Tortorella +5 more
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Hyperacusis in children: a scoping review [PDF]
Background Hyperacusis is a chronic condition commonly defined as a lowered tolerance or increased sensitivity to everyday environmental sounds. It has been viewed as a paediatric disorder which can cause significant impairment to a child’s normal ...
Iskra Potgieter +4 more
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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) for Managing Tinnitus, Hyperacusis, and Misophonia: The 2025 Tonndorf Lecture [PDF]
Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is an evidence-based intervention for managing distress associated with tinnitus, hyperacusis, and misophonia. This paper summarises key points from the 2025 Tonndorf Lecture presented at the third World Tinnitus ...
Hashir Aazh
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The Sound Sensitivity Symptoms Questionnaire Version 2.0 (SSSQ2) as a Screening Tool for Assessment of Hyperacusis, Misophonia and Noise Sensitivity: Factor Analysis, Validity, Reliability, and Minimum Detectable Change [PDF]
Background/Objectives: The Sound Sensitivity Symptoms Questionnaire version 2 (SSSQ2) is a brief clinical tool with six items designed to be used (1) as a measure for severity of sound sensitivity symptoms in general (based on its total score) and (2) as
Hashir Aazh, Fatma Betul Kula
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Auditory Symptoms Among Musicians: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. [PDF]
Abstract Objective To assess the prevalence of auditory symptoms among recreational and professional musicians. Data Sources CINAHL, Cochrane Library, PubMed, and SCOPUS were searched for English‐language studies published from inception through November 19, 2024.
McCray LR +5 more
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Sensory hyperacusis as a predictor of anxiety in adolescence. [PDF]
Background An increasing number of children report anxiety in early to mid‐adolescence. Early identification of risk during the transition from primary to secondary schools (age 11) could enhance family‐ or school‐based interventions. While known predictors of adolescent anxiety provide some insight, there is a need to identify and understand ...
Tseliou F +3 more
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Migraine Features in Patients With Sudden Sensorineural Hearing Loss. [PDF]
Abstract Objective To investigate the prevalence of migraine features among patients with sudden sensorineural hearing loss (SSNHL) and evaluate potential clinical associations. Study Design Retrospective survey‐based study. Setting Single institution tertiary care center. Methods 168 adult patients with SSNHL were recruited.
Yazdani Y +5 more
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