Clinical Gerontologist, Год журнала: 2025, Номер unknown, С. 1 - 17
Опубликована: Март 25, 2025
This study examines whether chronic tinnitus mediates the relationship between hearing loss and depression in middle-aged older adults, providing insights into pathways linking auditory impairment mental health challenges. Data from 3,241 adults aged 50 were obtained 2011-2012, 2015-2016, 2017-2018 NHANES cycles analyzed. Logistic regression assessed - association, mediation analysis tested mediating role of tinnitus. Subgroup analyses explored age differences. Hearing increased odds depressive symptoms, with 16.83% this effect. In served as a full mediator pathway, acted partial 60-69, showed no effect those 70 older. loss, tinnitus, are closely linked adults. Age-sensitive screening integrated care addressing both crucial to improve well-being. Combining rehabilitation counseling support may psychological outcomes
Язык: Английский