Tinnitus, Depression, Anxiety, and Suicide in Recent Veterans: A Retrospective Analysis

Conclusions: The study results do not confirm clinical and anecdotal reports that tinnitus could be related to suicide among Veterans. However, tenets from rehabilitation psychology suggest that the onset of chronic impairment or disability does not predict an individual’s subsequent psychological states; other personal attributes may be more influential. Health care professionals, such as audiologists and psychologists, should be cognizant of the associations between tinnitus and mental health issues and be prepared to address the psychological needs of individuals who have tinnitus.
Source: Ear and Hearing - Category: Audiology Tags: Research Articles Source Type: research