Fragoulia Ioanna, Trimmis Nikolaos, Georgopoulos Voula Chris
Department of Speech & Language Therapy, University of Patras, 26504 Rion, Greece.
Primary Healthcare Laboratory, School of Health Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Patras, 26504 Rion, Greece.
Audiol Res. 2025 May 12;15(3):58. doi: 10.3390/audiolres15030058.
This study investigates Greek teenagers' general knowledge and perception of hearing loss, hearing aid accessibility, and the challenges associated with hearing impairment. : A 27-item self-reported questionnaire was developed and distributed to 152 participants (aged 12-18) to assess their familiarity with hearing loss, amplification availability, communication strategies, and perceptions of hearing loss. : While 94.7% of participants recognized that hearing loss affects communication, only 10.5% correctly identified how hearing aids are accessed. Additionally, 42.1% reported having temporarily experienced some form of hearing loss. Most participants (94.7%) acknowledged communication difficulties faced by individuals with hearing loss, and only 3.4% reported being unable to communicate effectively with someone affected. Among those aware of bullying incidents involving individuals with hearing loss, 78.1% identified classmates as the primary source. : These findings are consistent with international research and highlight the need for targeted education, awareness initiatives, and clearer access pathways to hearing technology. Improving adolescent hearing health literacy may facilitate early intervention, reduce stigma, and promote inclusion for peers affected by hearing impairment.
本研究调查了希腊青少年对听力损失的常识和认知、助听器的可及性以及与听力障碍相关的挑战。：编制了一份包含27个条目的自填式问卷，并分发给152名参与者（年龄在12 - 18岁之间），以评估他们对听力损失的熟悉程度、放大设备的可获得性、沟通策略以及对听力损失的认知。：虽然94.7%的参与者认识到听力损失会影响沟通，但只有10.5%的人正确指出了如何获取助听器。此外，42.1%的人报告曾暂时经历过某种形式的听力损失。大多数参与者（94.7%）承认听力损失患者面临沟通困难，只有3.4%的人报告无法与受影响的人有效沟通。在那些知晓涉及听力损失患者的欺凌事件的人中，78.1%认为同学是主要来源。：这些发现与国际研究一致，并突出了开展有针对性的教育、提高认识的举措以及更清晰的听力技术获取途径的必要性。提高青少年的听力健康素养可能有助于早期干预、减少污名化并促进对受听力障碍影响的同龄人的包容。
