Katrin Neumann1, Dafydd Stephens. 1. Department of Phoniatrics and Pediatric Audiology, University of Frankfurt am Main, Frankfurt am Main, Germany. Katrin.Neumann@em.uni-frankfurt.de
Abstract
OBJECTIVE: To develop a clear and meaningful set of definitions of types of hearing impairment. METHOD: A critical analysis was made of previous definitions together with a consideration of current knowledge of functions and dysfunctions of the auditory system. RESULTS AND CONCLUSIONS: A coherent set of definitions compatible with the contemporary understanding of auditory disorders and their perceptual effects is proposed.
OBJECTIVE: To develop a clear and meaningful set of definitions of types of hearing impairment. METHOD: A critical analysis was made of previous definitions together with a consideration of current knowledge of functions and dysfunctions of the auditory system. RESULTS AND CONCLUSIONS: A coherent set of definitions compatible with the contemporary understanding of auditory disorders and their perceptual effects is proposed.