Childhood hearing impairment

Hearing impairment is one of the most common disabilities in the UK and globally. Worldwide, 60% of cases are thought to be preventable and fewer than 10% globally have access to the hearing support they need. Childhood hearing impairment can impact on development, speech, language, auditory processing, listening skills, behaviour, self-esteem, quality of life and learning. Our responsibility as clinicians is to prevent developmental impairment in these areas and ensure children with a hearing impairment have the same life chances as children who hear well.
Source: Paediatrics and Child Health - Category: Pediatrics Authors: Tags: Symposium: eyes and ent Source Type: research