Using the Montreal Cognitive Assessment in Mild Age-Related Hearing Loss
Author Information
Author(s): Shende Shraddha, Mudar Raksha
Primary Institution: Illinois State University
Hypothesis
The study investigates the relationship between cognitive assessment scores and hearing functions in older adults with mild age-related hearing loss.
Conclusion
The study found that older adults with mild age-related hearing loss scored worse on cognitive assessments compared to those with normal hearing.
Supporting Evidence
- Older adults with mild age-related hearing loss scored worse on MoCA total score compared to controls.
- There was a significant negative association between QuickSiN and MoCA-TS scores.
- The negative correlation between QuickSiN and MoCA-TS remained significant when controlling for peripheral hearing.
Takeaway
Older people with mild hearing loss may have more trouble thinking clearly, and tests can help find these problems early.
Methodology
The study administered the Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) to 15 older adults with mild-to-moderate age-related hearing loss and 15 matched normal hearing controls.
Participant Demographics
30 older adults, 15 with mild-to-moderate age-related hearing loss and 15 matched normal hearing controls.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p =.031, p =.039, p <.001, p =.051, p =.004
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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