Persons Aging with Hearing and Vision Loss

Short description:

It is well documented that decrements in sensory function increase sharply with age. Across an array of studies, age has been implicated as a major predictor of declines to both visual and auditory sensory function. 

Type of publication:

Good practises

Date of publication:

01/01/2013

Author(s):

B.J. Le Jeune, Bernard Steinman, and John Mascia

Publishing organization:

Canadian Deafblind Association (National)

Language:

English

Long description:

As the large cohort of baby­boomers in the United States begins to enter senescence, and demographic trends shift toward a population that is older and living longer, the incidence of primary sensory impairment in the United States is projected to increase at an unprecedented rate. This may well be true in other countries as well. Furthermore, as a result of the overall trend toward greater longevity, the number of previously disabled persons who develop age­related secondary sensory impairments is also expected to increase. In years to come, research relating to the rehabilitation and technology needs of persons who experience dual impairments due to factors related to age will be increasingly relevant. 

Copyright information:

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