Audiology services: access, assessment and aftercare

McShea, Lynzee; Corkish, Chris; McAnelly, Su

doi:10.7748/ldp2014.02.17.2.20.e1531

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“…Di Berardino et al ., ) and rehabilitation – for example with grommets, hearing aids (Evenhuis et al ., ), cochlear implants (Filipo et al ., ) and bone‐anchored hearing aids (Kunst et al ., ; Sheehan & Hans, ); however, increased variety in research methods for older adults with learning disabilities would be valuable. This would not only provide evidence for the need for assessment, but also improve understanding of the impact of hearing loss on the individual, show differences in rehabilitation needs and demonstrate relevant outcome measures, so completing the cycle (McShea et al ., ).…”

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“…There can also be an association with challenging behaviour (Timehin & Timehin, 2004). Improvements in quality of life with diagnosis and management of hearing loss can be profound and unexpected (McShea et al, 2014). Despite greater numbers of adults with learning disabilities living well into older age (Emerson et al, 2012), there are no reviews of research evidence yet published on how these challenges of hearing loss impact on older adults with learning disabilities.…”

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The importance of hearing: a review of the literature on hearing loss for older people with learning disabilities

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Brennan

2015

Brit J Learn Disabil

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Accessible summary It is important to be aware of hearing loss as it affects everyday life and gets worse with age in all adults. Many people with learning disabilities do not have their hearing checked, and families or carers often struggle to notice hearing problems. This study summarises previous research on hearing loss and old age for people with learning disabilities. Large numbers of older people with learning disabilities were found to have hearing problems, but smaller numbers were aware of this before testing. Everyone with learning disabilities should be aware of how important hearing is and have regular checks, especially before they reach old age. Abstract Background: Hearing loss has a significant impact on living well and on communication in all adults, with the numbers affected increasing with age, and adults with learning disabilities being at particular risk. Methods: A review of the literature on hearing loss in older adults with learning disabilities was completed. Results: A significant increase in hearing loss with increasing age in this group was demonstrated, at a greater level than in the general population. Prevalence rates have been the main focus of research, with few considerations of access to hearing assessment or benefits of rehabilitation such as hearing aids, or the effect that age has on living with hearing loss. Conclusions: With advances in audiology services and increased life expectancy of those with learning disabilities, further research would be valuable. In addition, all health and social care services should consider actively promoting hearing assessment and rehabilitation. Individuals, carers and families should also take action, not only when concerns around memory arise, but proactively for all.

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The importance of hearing: a review of the literature on hearing loss for older people with learning disabilities

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Brennan

2015

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“…who published a case study where a person with ID showed improved communication and less frequent episodes of challenging behaviour after a successful implementation of hearing aids (McShea et al . ).…”

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“…For example, when people with ID who have speech and language impairments have an alternative to speech, this has a great impact on their ability to express basic wants and needs and on social interaction (James 2014). Another example is given by Mcshea et al who published a case study where a person with ID showed improved communication and less frequent episodes of challenging behaviour after a successful implementation of hearing aids (McShea et al 2014).…”

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Access to assistive technology for people with intellectual disabilities: a systematic review to identify barriers and facilitators

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Dinsmore

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J intellect Disabil Res

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Background The World Health Organisation has launched a programme to promote Global Cooperation on Assistive Technology. Its aim is to increase access to high-quality affordable assistive products (AP) for everybody in need. People with intellectual disabilities (ID) are a specific group that could benefit from AP, but use less AP compared to their non-intellectual disabled peers. Method A systematic literature search was carried out to identify barriers and potential facilitators for access to AP for people with ID globally. The search strategy terms were 'Intellectual Disability' and 'Assistive Technology' with the following electronic literature databases PubMed, Embase, ASSIA, Web of Science, Medline, CINAHL complete, PsycInfo, Scopus and ERIC. The quality and relevance of the studies were assessed. Factors associated with access were identified thematically, categorised into barriers and facilitators and mapped into themes.

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