Exploring Adolescents’ Perceptions of Hearing Loss and Hearing Aids in Greece: A Survey Study
<b>Objectives:</b> This study investigates Greek teenagers’ general knowledge and perception of hearing loss, hearing aid accessibility, and the challenges associated with hearing impairment. <b>Methods</b>: A 27-item self-reported questionnaire was developed and distributed...
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| description | <b>Objectives:</b> This study investigates Greek teenagers’ general knowledge and perception of hearing loss, hearing aid accessibility, and the challenges associated with hearing impairment. <b>Methods</b>: A 27-item self-reported questionnaire was developed and distributed to 152 participants (aged 12–18) to assess their familiarity with hearing loss, amplification availability, communication strategies, and perceptions of hearing loss. <b>Results</b>: While 94.7% of participants recognized that hearing loss affects communication, only 10.5% correctly identified how hearing aids are accessed. Additionally, 42.1% reported having temporarily experienced some form of hearing loss. Most participants (94.7%) acknowledged communication difficulties faced by individuals with hearing loss, and only 3.4% reported being unable to communicate effectively with someone affected. Among those aware of bullying incidents involving individuals with hearing loss, 78.1% identified classmates as the primary source. <b>Conclusions</b>: These findings are consistent with international research and highlight the need for targeted education, awareness initiatives, and clearer access pathways to hearing technology. Improving adolescent hearing health literacy may facilitate early intervention, reduce stigma, and promote inclusion for peers affected by hearing impairment. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-4bf0769688ce450bbb22259412f331e82025-08-20T03:26:53ZengMDPI AGAudiology Research2039-43492025-05-011535810.3390/audiolres15030058Exploring Adolescents’ Perceptions of Hearing Loss and Hearing Aids in Greece: A Survey StudyIoanna Fragoulia0Nikolaos Trimmis1Voula Chris Georgopoulos2Department of Speech & Language Therapy, University of Patras, 26504 Rion, GreeceDepartment of Speech & Language Therapy, University of Patras, 26504 Rion, GreeceDepartment of Speech & Language Therapy, University of Patras, 26504 Rion, Greece<b>Objectives:</b> This study investigates Greek teenagers’ general knowledge and perception of hearing loss, hearing aid accessibility, and the challenges associated with hearing impairment. <b>Methods</b>: A 27-item self-reported questionnaire was developed and distributed to 152 participants (aged 12–18) to assess their familiarity with hearing loss, amplification availability, communication strategies, and perceptions of hearing loss. <b>Results</b>: While 94.7% of participants recognized that hearing loss affects communication, only 10.5% correctly identified how hearing aids are accessed. Additionally, 42.1% reported having temporarily experienced some form of hearing loss. Most participants (94.7%) acknowledged communication difficulties faced by individuals with hearing loss, and only 3.4% reported being unable to communicate effectively with someone affected. Among those aware of bullying incidents involving individuals with hearing loss, 78.1% identified classmates as the primary source. <b>Conclusions</b>: These findings are consistent with international research and highlight the need for targeted education, awareness initiatives, and clearer access pathways to hearing technology. Improving adolescent hearing health literacy may facilitate early intervention, reduce stigma, and promote inclusion for peers affected by hearing impairment.https://www.mdpi.com/2039-4349/15/3/58hearing loss awarenesshearing aidsadolescents’ perceptions |
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| title | Exploring Adolescents’ Perceptions of Hearing Loss and Hearing Aids in Greece: A Survey Study |
| title_full | Exploring Adolescents’ Perceptions of Hearing Loss and Hearing Aids in Greece: A Survey Study |
| title_fullStr | Exploring Adolescents’ Perceptions of Hearing Loss and Hearing Aids in Greece: A Survey Study |
| title_full_unstemmed | Exploring Adolescents’ Perceptions of Hearing Loss and Hearing Aids in Greece: A Survey Study |
| title_short | Exploring Adolescents’ Perceptions of Hearing Loss and Hearing Aids in Greece: A Survey Study |
| title_sort | exploring adolescents perceptions of hearing loss and hearing aids in greece a survey study |
| topic | hearing loss awareness hearing aids adolescents’ perceptions |
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