Listening fatigue, also known as listener fatigue, is a state of mental, physical, and emotional exhaustion that occurs after prolonged exposure to an auditory stimulus. It can be caused by: Hearing loss, Auditory processing disorders, and Spending extended periods in noisy environments.
Hearing loss and depression are connected in many ways, and one of the main ones is a sense of isolation. Research shows that making connections with friends and family is essential to psychological well-being, and we all know that hearing is pivotal to interactions.
The physical health consequences of poor or insufficient connection include a 29 percent increased risk of heart disease, a 32 percent increased risk of stroke, and a 50 percent increased risk of developing dementia for older adults.