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What is hyperacusis?
What is hyperacusis?
- A heightened sensitivity to certain frequencies of sound
- A reduction in the ability to hear high-pitched sounds
- A collapse of loudness tolerance resulting in discomfort from almost all sounds, even at low intensities (correct)
- A condition where the person can tolerate loud noises better than others
What is the prevalence of hyperacusis in adults according to one study?
What is the prevalence of hyperacusis in adults according to one study?
- 29%
- 37%
- 17% (correct)
- 43%
What percentage of people experiencing tinnitus also experience hyperacusis?
What percentage of people experiencing tinnitus also experience hyperacusis?
- 79%
- 29%
- 40% (correct)
- 7%
What is the prevalence of hyperacusis in children and adolescents according to a study?
What is the prevalence of hyperacusis in children and adolescents according to a study?
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Which term best describes the reaction to sound in an individual with hyperacusis?
Which term best describes the reaction to sound in an individual with hyperacusis?
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Study Notes
Hyperacusis Overview
- Hyperacusis is a condition characterized by an abnormal sensitivity to everyday sounds.
Prevalence of Hyperacusis
- In adults, the prevalence of hyperacusis is approximately 3.2% according to one study.
- 40% of people experiencing tinnitus also experience hyperacusis.
- In children and adolescents, the prevalence of hyperacusis is around 3.1% according to a study.
Reaction to Sound
- The reaction to sound in an individual with hyperacusis is best described as hypersensitivity.
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