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The Link Between Hearing Loss & Dementia
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Many of the symptoms associated with early Alzheimer's disease are the same as those associated with hearing loss. In fact, among those over 60, hearing loss accounted for over one-third of the risk of developing dementia, including Alzheimer's.
Looking at the Numbers
Hearing Loss
According to the World Health Organization, hearing loss is not being able to hear sounds of 25 decibels or less in the speech frequencies.
48 Million
48 Million people in the United Steates experience some type of hearing loss.
At age 65, 1 out of every 3 people has hearing loss.
Hearing impairment occurs in about 18%
of American adults between ages 45
and 54, 30% of
adults between
ages 55 and 74,
and 47% of
adults ages
75 or
older.
Alzheimer's
Alzheimer's is a type of dementia that causes problems with memory, thinking and behavior. Symptoms usually develop slowly and get worse over time.
60-80%
Alzheimer's disease is the most common type of dementia and accounts for 60-80% of all dementia cases.
More than 5 Million
are living with the disease
today—a number that continues
to rise as the population ages.
5 Million
Every 67 Seconds someone in the United States is diagnosed with Alzheimer's, marking the start of a difficult journey for patients and their families.
60% of the war in Iraq and Afghanistan experienced hearing loss upon return.
Men are more likely than women to experience hearing loss.
The Most Common Symptoms
Hearing Loss
Dementia
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Depression
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Anxiety
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Increased distrust of other's motives
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Not understanding what is being said
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Problems following conversation
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Inappropriate responses to social cues
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Feelings of isolation
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Lower mental function
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Attitudes of denial
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Defensiveness or negativity
As Hearing Loss Increases, So Does Dementia Risk
Many of the symptoms associated with early Alzheimer's disease are the same as those associated with hearing loss. In fact, among those over 60, hearing loss accounted for onver one-third of the risk developing dementia, including Alzheimer's.
Your Brain & Hearing
"We listen with our ears, but hear with our brains."
Dangers of an Inactive Brain
Alzheimer's disease leads to nerve cell death and tissue loss throughout the brain. Over time, the brain shrinks dramatically, affecting nearly all its functions
How Hearing Aids Can Help Protect Your Brain
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Hearing aids don’t just improve your ability to hear — they help preserve brain function, reduce mental fatigue, and keep you connected to life and the people around you.
Recent studies show that treating hearing loss with hearing aids can reduce the risk of cognitive decline by up to 48% in older adults. Early intervention is one of the most effective steps you can take to protect your brain from dementia.
At Clarity Hearing Care, we fit advanced hearing aid technology from leading brands known for supporting cognitive health:
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Oticon – Powered by BrainHearing™ technology to reduce listening effort and stimulate the brain naturally.
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ReSound – Organic Hearing™ supports spatial awareness and speech understanding in real-life situations.
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Phonak – AutoSense OS™ adapts in real time to ease listening strain and support memory retention.
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Starkey – Offers AI-enhanced sound processing with built-in wellness tracking and mental engagement features.
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Signia – Augmented Xperience platform focuses on speech clarity and reduces cognitive fatigue in complex environments.
Take the First Step Today
Hearing loss doesn’t just affect your ears — it affects your brain, memory, and overall well-being.
At Clarity Hearing Care, we specialize in helping adults across Nokomis, Venice, Sarasota, Englewood, and Osprey stay mentally sharp through early diagnosis and tailored treatment.
Schedule your free hearing evaluation today and take control of your cognitive health.