Listening effort in cochlear implant users
Part of Brain & nervous system, Ear, nose & throat, Mental health clinical trials.
This study measures how much effort it takes to listen and understand speech for adults with cochlear implants compared to those with normal hearing. It can help researchers learn how to improve hearing outcomes.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 75 years old.
- You had normal hearing and speech development as a young child.
- For cochlear implant users: you have used your implant for at least 6 months and understand spoken English words at least half the time.
- For people without cochlear implants: you have normal hearing thresholds at certain frequencies (test will confirm).
- You speak North American English fluently and do not have a language or learning disability.
- You do not have auditory neuropathy spectrum disorder.
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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