Study of hearing loss and thinking skills in midlife adults
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study looks at how severe hearing loss affects thinking and memory in adults aged 45–64. Researchers will compare people with significant hearing loss to people with normal hearing who are similar in age, sex, and education.
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Who can take part
- You must be between 45 and 64 years old
- If you have hearing loss: it must be severe to very severe in both ears
- Your speech understanding (with hearing aids) should be limited—about 70% or less
- You must be able to complete the study testing (no other disability blocking tests)
- You must be a good match for the study group (similar age, sex, and education if you’re a control)
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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