Causes of Hearing Loss: Childhood Impairment & Brain Impact

Why do people go deaf? Key causes include childhood developmental impairments and the systemic effects of certain medications on the brain's auditory processing.

Deaf woman takes a hearing test

How Do People Go Deaf and What Are Some Causes?

Hearing loss is a common problem. About 15 percent of U.S. adults say they have trouble hearing, reports the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Hearing loss is especially prevalent in older adults, with nearly 36 percent of people over 65 reporting difficulty hearing.

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