Improving how bilingual adults report their hearing experiences
Improving Interpretation of Hearing- Related Patient Reported Outcomes for Bilingual Adults
This study is looking at how being bilingual affects hearing as people get older, and it aims to help doctors give better advice by combining hearing tests with personal experiences, especially for those who might struggle to communicate in noisy places.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Henry M. Jackson Fdn for the Adv Mil/med NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Bethesda, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10975292 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the understanding of hearing-related outcomes for bilingual adults, particularly as they age. It aims to integrate both objective hearing tests and subjective patient reports to provide tailored clinical recommendations. The study recognizes that bilingual individuals may face unique challenges in communication, especially in noisy environments, and seeks to address these by considering language history in clinical assessments. By doing so, it hopes to improve the overall care and outcomes for this population.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are bilingual adults aged 21 and older who may experience hearing difficulties, particularly in challenging listening environments.
Not a fit: Patients who are monolingual or do not experience hearing-related issues may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate assessments and better hearing care for bilingual adults, ultimately improving their communication abilities and quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: Preliminary work has indicated that bilingual adults experience unique challenges in auditory function, suggesting that this approach is both relevant and necessary.
Where this research is happening
Bethesda, United States
- Henry M. Jackson Fdn for the Adv Mil/med — Bethesda, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bieber, Rebecca — Henry M. Jackson Fdn for the Adv Mil/med
- Study coordinator: Bieber, Rebecca
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.