Binaural interference : a guide for audiologists / James Jerger, PhD, Carol A. Silverman, PhD, MPH.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Jerger, James, author.

Silverman, Carol A. (Carol Ann), 1953- author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Deafness.

Word deafness.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (x, 124 pages) : illustrations

Place of Publication:

San Diego, CA : Plural Publishing, Inc., [2018]

Summary:

This book, 'Binaural Interference: A Guide for Audiologists,' authored by James Jerger and Carol A. Silverman, provides a comprehensive examination of the phenomenon of binaural interference in the field of audiology. It explores the history, causes, and clinical implications of binaural interference, a condition where individuals experience poorer auditory performance with two hearing aids compared to one. The authors draw on decades of research and clinical observations to discuss auditory deprivation and its relationship to binaural interference. The book also offers guidance on clinical evaluations, screening protocols, and management strategies for audiologists to better address and manage cases of binaural interference. Aimed at audiologists and other hearing health professionals, the text seeks to enhance understanding and encourage further research into this important aspect of auditory science. Generated by AI.

Contents:

Contents

Preface by James Jerger

Preface by Carol A. Silverman

1. A Brief History of Binaural Interference

Vern O. Knudsen

Group Studies

Case Reports

Mirabile Dictu-Knudsen Redux

Summary

2. Indirect Evidence of Binaural Interference

Simulating the Effects of Asymmetric Signal Degradation

Retrospective Surveys

Field Trials

3. Possible Causes of Binaural Interference

The Wiring Diagram of the Auditory System

Possible Sources of Binaural Interference

Prolonged Unilateral Deprivation

Age-Related Changes in Interhemispheric Transfer via the Corpus Callosum

Interaural Pitch Mismatch and Binaural Fusion Due to Hearing Loss

4. Illustrative Cases

Case #1: E lderly — Gradual Onset of Hearing Loss

Case #2: E lderly — L eft-Sided Cerebrovascular Insult

Case #3: E lderly — Gradual Onset of Mild Hearing Loss

Case #4: E lderly — Gradual Onset of Hearing Loss Following Aspirin Therapy

5. Clinical Evaluation of Binaural Interference

Previous History of Testing for Binaural Interference Generated by AI.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Description based on print version record.

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ISBN:

9781635500776

163550077X

OCLC:

1080433627