Working-age first-time hearing aid users' self-reported outcomes.

Minna Laakso Jari Olavi LipsanenKati PajoInkeri SalmenlinnaTarja AaltonenJohanna Elisabeth Ruusuvuori Antti A Aarnisalo

Published in: International journal of audiology (2022)

Working-age HA users reported better HA outcomes than older adults in previous studies. Coping in work life may be a strong motivator for active HA use. Considering that younger age and positive expectations resulted in better outcomes, early rehabilitation that supports positive and realistic expectations of HA performance is essential.

Keyphrases

depressive symptoms
metabolic syndrome
adipose tissue
social support
skeletal muscle
weight loss
glycemic control