Techniques Of Hearing

Author : Michael Schillmeier,Robert Stock,Beate Ochsner
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 161 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2022-10-21
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9781000736373

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Techniques of Hearing by Michael Schillmeier,Robert Stock,Beate Ochsner Pdf

Hearing, health, and technologies are entangled in multi-faceted ways. This edited volume addresses this complex relationship by arguing that modern hearing was and is increasingly linked to and mediated by technological innovations. By providing a set of original interdisciplinary investigations that shed new light on the history, theory, and practices of hearing techniques, it is able to explore the heterogeneous entanglements of sound, hearing practices, technologies, and health issues. As the first book to bring together historians, scholars from media studies, social sciences, cultural studies, acoustics, and neuroscientists, the volume discusses modern technologies and their decisive impact on how "normal" hearing, enhanced and smart hearing, as well as hearing impairment have been configured. It brings both new insights into the histories of hearing technologies as well as allowing us to better understand how enabling hearing technologies have currently been unfolding an increasingly hybrid ecology engaging smart hearing devices and offering stress-free hearing and acoustic well-being in novel auditory environments. The volume will be of interest to all scholars and students of disability studies, sound studies, sociology of health and illness, medical history, health and society, as well as those interested in the practices and techniques of self-monitored and smart hearing.

Author : Komal R. Borisagar,Rohit M. Thanki,Bhavin S. Sedani
Publisher : Springer
Page : 155 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2018-11-15
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783319968216

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Speech Enhancement Techniques for Digital Hearing Aids by Komal R. Borisagar,Rohit M. Thanki,Bhavin S. Sedani Pdf

​This book provides various speech enhancement algorithms for digital hearing aids. It covers information on noise signals extracted from silences of speech signal. The description of the algorithm used for this purpose is also provided. Different types of adaptive filters such as Least Mean Squares (LMS), Normalized LMS (NLMS) and Recursive Lease Squares (RLS) are described for noise reduction in the speech signals. Different types of noises are taken to generate noisy speech signals, and therefore information on various noises signals is provided. The comparative performance of various adaptive filters for noise reduction in speech signals is also described. In addition, the book provides a speech enhancement technique using adaptive filtering and necessary frequency strength enhancement using wavelet transform as per the requirement of audiogram for digital hearing aids. Presents speech enhancement techniques for improving performance of digital hearing aids; Covers various types of adaptive filters and their advantages and limitations; Provides a hybrid speech enhancement technique using wavelet transform and adaptive filters.

Author : National Research Council,Division of Behavioral and Social Sciences and Education,Board on Behavioral, Cognitive, and Sensory Sciences,Committee on Disability Determination for Individuals with Hearing Impairments
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 321 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2004-12-17
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780309092968

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Hearing Loss by National Research Council,Division of Behavioral and Social Sciences and Education,Board on Behavioral, Cognitive, and Sensory Sciences,Committee on Disability Determination for Individuals with Hearing Impairments Pdf

Millions of Americans experience some degree of hearing loss. The Social Security Administration (SSA) operates programs that provide cash disability benefits to people with permanent impairments like hearing loss, if they can show that their impairments meet stringent SSA criteria and their earnings are below an SSA threshold. The National Research Council convened an expert committee at the request of the SSA to study the issues related to disability determination for people with hearing loss. This volume is the product of that study. Hearing Loss: Determining Eligibility for Social Security Benefits reviews current knowledge about hearing loss and its measurement and treatment, and provides an evaluation of the strengths and weaknesses of the current processes and criteria. It recommends changes to strengthen the disability determination process and ensure its reliability and fairness. The book addresses criteria for selection of pure tone and speech tests, guidelines for test administration, testing of hearing in noise, special issues related to testing children, and the difficulty of predicting work capacity from clinical hearing test results. It should be useful to audiologists, otolaryngologists, disability advocates, and others who are concerned with people who have hearing loss.

Author : National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine,Health and Medicine Division,Board on Health Sciences Policy,Committee on Accessible and Affordable Hearing Health Care for Adults
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 325 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2016-10-06
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780309439268

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Hearing Health Care for Adults by National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine,Health and Medicine Division,Board on Health Sciences Policy,Committee on Accessible and Affordable Hearing Health Care for Adults Pdf

The loss of hearing - be it gradual or acute, mild or severe, present since birth or acquired in older age - can have significant effects on one's communication abilities, quality of life, social participation, and health. Despite this, many people with hearing loss do not seek or receive hearing health care. The reasons are numerous, complex, and often interconnected. For some, hearing health care is not affordable. For others, the appropriate services are difficult to access, or individuals do not know how or where to access them. Others may not want to deal with the stigma that they and society may associate with needing hearing health care and obtaining that care. Still others do not recognize they need hearing health care, as hearing loss is an invisible health condition that often worsens gradually over time. In the United States, an estimated 30 million individuals (12.7 percent of Americans ages 12 years or older) have hearing loss. Globally, hearing loss has been identified as the fifth leading cause of years lived with disability. Successful hearing health care enables individuals with hearing loss to have the freedom to communicate in their environments in ways that are culturally appropriate and that preserve their dignity and function. Hearing Health Care for Adults focuses on improving the accessibility and affordability of hearing health care for adults of all ages. This study examines the hearing health care system, with a focus on non-surgical technologies and services, and offers recommendations for improving access to, the affordability of, and the quality of hearing health care for adults of all ages.

Author : Deborah Ballantyne
Publisher : Butterworth-Heinemann
Page : 252 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 1990
Category : Medical
ISBN : UOM:39015019622417

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Handbook of Audiological Techniques by Deborah Ballantyne Pdf

Author : Robert Thayer Sataloff,Joseph Sataloff
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 1007 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2006-04-24
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781420015478

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Occupational Hearing Loss by Robert Thayer Sataloff,Joseph Sataloff Pdf

Written in clear and accessible language, Occupational Hearing Loss provides a comprehensive overview of the hazards of occupational noise exposure, causes of hearing loss, testing of hearing, criteria to distinguish occupational hearing loss, and more. This third edition features expanded discussion of topics such as autoimmune inner ear disease and diagnosing occupational hearing loss. It includes new chapters on auditory evoked potentials, sudden sensorineural hearing loss, malignancies of the ear, otologic complications of scuba diving, and hearing in dogs. This text also contains updated and revised material on auditory processing disorders, systemic causes of hearing loss, and more.

Author : Christopher J. Plack
Publisher : Psychology Press
Page : 401 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2013-11-12
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781134716685

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The Sense of Hearing by Christopher J. Plack Pdf

The Sense of Hearing is a truly accessible introduction to auditory perception that is intended for students approaching the subject for the first time, and as a foundation for more advanced study. The second edition has been thoroughly revised throughout, and included new chapters on music, hearing impairment, and a new appendix describing research methodologies. In clear and authoritative prose, the fundamental aspects of hearing are addressed. The reader is introduced to the nature of sound and the spectrum, and the anatomy and physiology of the auditory system. Basic auditory processes including frequency selectivity, loudness and pitch perception, temporal resolution, and sound localization are explained. The reader is led to an understanding of the remarkable abilities of the auditory system in a systematic and coherent way. In subsequent chapters, it is shown how complex processes, such as perceptual organization, speech perception, and music perception, are dependent on the initial analysis that occurs when sounds enter the ear. Finally, a chapter on hearing impairment provides an introduction to disorders of the auditory system. The text benefits from 162 original illustrations, including uncluttered diagrams that illuminate auditory mechanisms. An extensive glossary provides definitions of technical terms. The emphasis is on explanation and clarity of style throughout, making The Sense of Hearing an essential resource for students and educators involved in this sometimes challenging field.

Author : G.Lokanadha Reddy
Publisher : Discovery Publishing House
Page : 324 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Deaf children
ISBN : 8171418007

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Hearing Impairment: An Educational Consideration by G.Lokanadha Reddy Pdf

Contents: The Ear and Hearing, Causes of Hearing Impairment, Assessment of Hearing and Hearing Loss, Hearing Impairment and Child Development, Hearing Aids and Other Devices, Lipreading and Auditory Training, Teaching Strategies, Grammar and Speech: Teaching and Training Techniques, Teaching Reading and Writing, Parent Guidance and Counselling.

Author : Cece Bell
Publisher : Abrams
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2014-09-02
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781613126219

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El Deafo by Cece Bell Pdf

A 2015 Newbery Honor Book & New York Times bestseller! Going to school and making new friends can be tough. But going to school and making new friends while wearing a bulky hearing aid strapped to your chest? That requires superpowers! In this funny, poignant graphic novel memoir, author/illustrator Cece Bell chronicles her hearing loss at a young age and her subsequent experiences with the Phonic Ear, a very powerful—and very awkward—hearing aid. The Phonic Ear gives Cece the ability to hear—sometimes things she shouldn’t—but also isolates her from her classmates. She really just wants to fit in and find a true friend, someone who appreciates her as she is. After some trouble, she is finally able to harness the power of the Phonic Ear and become “El Deafo, Listener for All.” And more importantly, declare a place for herself in the world and find the friend she’s longed for.

Author : James Jerger,Jerry L. Northern
Publisher : Thieme Medical Publishers
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 1980
Category : Audiometry
ISBN : UOM:39015000291727

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Clinical Impedance Audiometry by James Jerger,Jerry L. Northern Pdf

Author : J Suzuki,T Kobayashi,K Koga
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 608 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2004-08-18
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 4431683984

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Hearing Impairment by J Suzuki,T Kobayashi,K Koga Pdf

Hearing Impairment - An Invisible Disability is the first work of its kind to comprehensively cover all aspects of hearing impairment. It covers the following categories through more than 100 contributions from all over the world to constitute an encyclopedia of hearing impairment: - Hearing Basics: What does hearing impairment mean? Its causes and effects are explained through many real-world examples. - Children: Childhood is a time when hearing impairment often begins, so proper treatment at an early stage can help alleviate difficulties and allow for as normal a life as possible. Many case studies from both the developed and developing parts of the world, including Indonesia and Latin America in the latter category, are provided to aid comprehension. - Hearing Aids: Through newly emerging technology and with the help of electronics companies, new and affordable hearing aids are being developed and marketed. The authors take a closer look at this burgeoning field. - Medical Aspects: Medical treatment of hearing impairment has recently shown remarkable change, manifested in improved techniques and applications all over the world. Although mainly of relevance to researchers and practicing physicians, the clear explanation of the medical and technical terminology is likely to be of interest to all concerned with the future of hearing impairment. - Social and International Help: With a wealth of assistance from individuals, NGOs, and international organizations specifically tailored to help the hearing impaired, those in need of guidance can gain confidence from the knowledge that substantial support is available to help them pursue a full and varied life.

Author : HowExpert,Christine Anderson, AuD
Publisher : HowExpert
Page : 111 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2021-02-24
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781648914942

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HowExpert Guide to Hearing Loss by HowExpert,Christine Anderson, AuD Pdf

HowExpert Guide to Hearing Loss is a go-to guide for all things hearing loss. This book contains information that you won’t get anywhere else, written by an expert in the field. It includes everything from understanding hearing loss and hearing technology to the best ways to communicate with your loved ones in difficult listening situations. The book teaches you: - What hearing loss is and how to understand your diagnosis. - How to recognize a hearing loss in yourself or a loved one. - How to protect your hearing from damage and hearing loss. - Best communication strategies to hear in noisy places. - How to connect your hearing aids to technology for a better listening experience. - Talking tips to increase your child’s language skills even with a hearing loss. - And so much more! From start to finish, this guide is rich in tips and tricks for hearing loss and understanding what can help after diagnosis. Hearing aids can be confusing and entirely new for you or your loved one, and this book can help everyone understand hearing loss and technology more deeply. It covers hearing loss in both adults and children, and with the information you read in this book, you will feel more connected with the ones you love and learn how to communicate with them more effectively. It can help you on your own journey with hearing loss or help you to understand someone else’s! Check out “HowExpert Guide to Hearing Loss” today! About the Expert Christine Anderson, AuD, is a pediatric audiologist currently based in Texas. She received her Doctorate of Audiology in 2017 from the University of North Texas and completed her externship clinical year as a Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities (LEND) Fellow at the Oregon Health and Science University. She has spent her career working with children with hearing loss and their families and enjoys educating the community about the social impacts of hearing loss. When not in the hospital providing clinical care to her pediatric patients, she organizes support groups, events, educational sessions, and social gatherings for people with hearing loss. She loves volunteering her time working with children with disabilities. Christine enjoys hiking, cooking, camping, and spending as much time as possible with her friends, family, and boyfriend in her free time. HowExpert publishes quick 'how to' guides on all topics from A to Z by everyday experts.

Author : S.K.W. Lloyd,N.P. Donnelly
Publisher : Karger Medical and Scientific Publishers
Page : 158 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2018-04-06
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9783318063158

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Advances in Hearing Rehabilitation by S.K.W. Lloyd,N.P. Donnelly Pdf

The development of new technology in hearing aid devices as well as imaging techniques has improved the possibilities of meeting the patient's individual needs. This book, in which experts from around the world have contributed, comprehensively covers advances in all aspects of hearing implantation otology. Chapters review the evidence behind the current applications of the wide range of hearing implants available for different types of hearing loss. Further articles discuss the extended applications of implantation otology and let us have a glimpse into the future of hearing rehabilitation. New imaging techniques for the middle and inner ear are explored as well as innovations to improve Eustachian tube function. The publication is essential reading to otolaryngologists, audiologists and hearing rehabilitation professionals. It provides comprehensive coverage of state of the art hearing rehabilitation across the spectrum of hearing loss: as such it is a perfect tool for those who wish to develop their knowledge within the field.

Author : James E. Peck
Publisher : Plural Publishing
Page : 257 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2011-04-10
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781597567350

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Pseudohypacusis by James E. Peck Pdf

Author : David Owen
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2019-10-29
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9780525534242

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Volume Control by David Owen Pdf

The surprising science of hearing and the remarkable technologies that can help us hear better Our sense of hearing makes it easy to connect with the world and the people around us. The human system for processing sound is a biological marvel, an intricate assembly of delicate membranes, bones, receptor cells, and neurons. Yet many people take their ears for granted, abusing them with loud restaurants, rock concerts, and Q-tips. And then, eventually, most of us start to go deaf. Millions of Americans suffer from hearing loss. Faced with the cost and stigma of hearing aids, the natural human tendency is to do nothing and hope for the best, usually while pretending that nothing is wrong. In Volume Control, David Owen argues this inaction comes with a huge social cost. He demystifies the science of hearing while encouraging readers to get the treatment they need for hearing loss and protect the hearing they still have. Hearing aids are rapidly improving and becoming more versatile. Inexpensive high-tech substitutes are increasingly available, making it possible for more of us to boost our weakening ears without bankrupting ourselves. Relatively soon, physicians may be able to reverse losses that have always been considered irreversible. Even the insistent buzz of tinnitus may soon yield to relatively simple treatments and techniques. With wit and clarity, Owen explores the incredible possibilities of technologically assisted hearing. And he proves that ears, whether they're working or not, are endlessly interesting.