A national analysis reveals that young adults with hearing loss experience significantly lower employment rates and income compared to their peers without hearing issues, highlighting disparities particularly among Black and Hispanic patients. The study analyzed data from the National Longitudinal Study of Adolescent to Adult Health and demonstrated that hearing loss correlates with a reduced likelihood of employment and lower income levels, even after controlling for various demographic factors. The researchers emphasize the need for further exploration into the impacts of hearing loss on long-term economic participation and relevant policy development.

Source: Frontiers in Audiology and Otology