| Titre : | Understanding Listening-Related Fatigue: Perspectives of Adults with Hearing Loss (2021) |
| Auteurs : | Hilary Davisa ; David Schlundt ; Kemberlee Bonnet ; Stephen Camarata ; Fred H. Bess ; Benjamin W.Y. Hornsby |
| Type de document : | Article |
| Dans : | International Journal of Audiology IJA (Vol. 60, n°6, Juin 2021) |
| Article en page(s) : | p. 458-468 |
| Langues: | Anglais |
| Descripteurs : |
HE Vinci Adulte sourd ; Fatigue auditive ; Groupes d'entraide ; Mesures des résultats rapportés par les patients (PROM) ; Recherche qualitative |
| Mots-clés: | échelle de fatigue de Vanderbilt-adultes (VFS-A) |
| Résumé : |
Objective
Adults with hearing loss (AHL) often report feeling fatigued after being in situations that require prolonged listening, an experience referred to as listening-related fatigue. We conducted focus groups to identify key domains and constructs of listening-related fatigue. Our goal was to create a theoretical framework for understanding listening-related fatigue that could guide the development of a reliable and valid assessment tool. Design Eight focus group discussions were conducted using a moderator’s guide. Discussions were recorded, transcribed, coded, and analysed to identify common themes related to listening-related fatigue. A hierarchical coding manual was developed iteratively as new themes and subcategories were identified during the analysis process. Study Sample Forty-three adults (11 males; aged 20 to 77 years) with varying degrees of hearing loss participated in the focus groups. Participants included primarily hearing aid users (n = 34), hearing aid candidates (n = 6), and a small group of cochlear implant users (n = 3). Results Qualitative analyses revealed the multidimensional nature of listening-related fatigue for AHL, including physical, mental, emotional, and social domains. These varied experiences were influenced by the external (acoustic/environmental) characteristics of the listening situation, the internal state of the listener (cognitive/motivational), and coping strategies implemented to modify the listening experience. The use of amplification had both positive and negative effects on listening-related fatigue. Conclusions For some AHL, the consequences of listening-related fatigue can be significant, negatively impacting their quality of life. Data from these focus groups provides a framework for understanding the experience of listening-related fatigue among AHL. This is a critical first step in the development of a tool for measuring listening-related fatigue in this at-risk group. |
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