It is important to educate on dementia prevention through the use of hearing aids in older people with hearing loss

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Explanation of the Post

Hearing loss has been identified as a possible risk factor for dementia as recent studies have found a connection between declining hearing ability and cognitive decline.

This condition hinders other cognitive processes, thereby reducing social interaction and cognitive stimulation. This is why untreated hearing loss can lead to social isolation, as people with hearing difficulties tend to participate less in conversations and social activities.

From educational contexts, it is possible to contribute trough raising awareness of this issue from schols that woerk with adults or the elderly.