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Hypersensitivity to sound (hyperacusis): a prevalence study conducted via the internet and post: Hipersensibilidad al sonido (hiperacusia): un estudio de prevalencia realizado por internet y por correo

Andersson, Gerhard, Lindvall, Nina, Hursti, Timo, Carlbring, Per, Andersson, Gerhard·2002·International Journal of Audiology
DOI 10.3109/14992020209056075
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The present study explored the prevalence and descriptive characteristics of hyperacusis, defined as unusual intolerance of ordinary environmental sounds. Two ways of collecting data were used in the study: the first was a postal survey of a random sample, to which 589 responded (59.7% response rate); the second was the internet, and 595 self-recruited individuals responded to a call for participants via a banner on a web page (51.9% response rate). The point prevalence rates of hyperacusis were 9% in the internet group and 8% in the postal group. Exclusion of participants who reported hearing impairment resulted in point prevalence rates of 7.7% (n = 39) and 5.9% (n =28) respectively. The data collection format did not result in any substantial differences. Hyperacusis was associated with concentration difficulties, use of ear protection, avoidance, tension, and sensitivity to light/colours. The present data suggest that hyperacusis is a common problem.Sumario: El presente estudio exploró la prevalencia y las caractcrislicas descriptivas de la hiperacusia, definida como la inlolerancia inusual a los sonidos ordinarios del ambienle. Se utilizaron dos forma para recoger la información en el estudio: la primera fue una encuesta postal de una muestra al azar, a la que respondieron 589 personas (tasa de respuesta del 59.7%); la segunda fue a través de internet y 595 individuos voluntarios respondieron a un llamado a participar por medio de un anuncio en una página web (51.9%) de tasa de respuesta). Las tasas de prevalencia para hiperacusia fueron de 9% en el grupo de internet y 8% en el grupo postal. La exclusión de participantes que reportaron tener una hipoacusia generó una tasa de prevalencia del 7.7%, (n = 39) y del 5.9% (n =28), respectivamente. El formato de recolección de información no mostró ninguna diferencia sustancial. La hiperacusia fue asociada con dificultades de concentración, uso de protectores auditivos, y con sensibilidad, tensión y tendencia a evitar luz y colores. Esta información sugiere que la hiperacusia es un problema frecuente.

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Authors
Andersson, G., Lindvall, N., Hursti, T., Carlbring, P., & Andersson, G.
Affiliations
Uppsala University (SE)
ORCID
Venue
International Journal of Audiology
Publisher
Informa UK Limited
Published
2002-01
Volume
41
Issue
8
Pages
545-554
ISSN
  • 1499-2027 (ISSN-L)
  • 1708-8186
DOI
10.3109/14992020209056075
OpenAlex
W2070081824
Cited by
189
References
38
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FWCI
1.03
Type
journal article
Language
en
Open access
closed
Locations
  • International Journal of Audiology (publishedVersion)
  • PubMed (publishedVersion)
Topics
  • Life Sciences › Neuroscience › Sensory Systems › Hearing, Cochlea, Tinnitus, Genetics
  • Life Sciences › Neuroscience › Cognitive Neuroscience › Hearing Loss and Rehabilitation
  • Health Sciences › Health Professions › Speech and Hearing › Noise Effects and Management
Keywords
hyperacusis, prevalence, mode of data collection, hearing loss, concentration difficulties, hearing protection, avoidance behavior, tension, questionnaire response rate, questionnaire reliability, questionnaire validity, questionnaire usability, questionnaire comprehensibility
MeSH terms
Adolescent, Adult, Aged, Female, Humans, Male, Middle Aged, Postal Service, Surveys and Questionnaires, Hyperacusis, Prevalence, Internet

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