Audiology and Speech Research

RESEARCH PAPER Effectiveness of Group Communication Strategy Program for Individuals with Hearing Loss
Purpose: The use of communication strategy facilitates successful communication by reducing communication breakdowns for people with hearing loss. The purpose of this study is to develop a group communication training program that can be implemented in hearing aid centers in Kor...

RESEARCH PAPER Efficacy of Auditory Spatial Training with Real-Life Environmental Noise on Speech-in-Noise Intelligibility of Children with Hearing Loss
Purpose: This study aimed to determine whether auditory spatial training with real-life environmental noise would improve the speech-in-noise intelligibility of hearing-impaired children. Methods: Thirteen children with hearing loss participated in this study. We conducted an 8-...

RESEARCH PAPER Investigation of Tinnitus Counseling Requirements and Derivation of Counseling Topics through Focus Group Interviews with Tinnitus Patients
Purpose: This study investigated the understanding of tinnitus, counseling requirements, and reduced quality of life of tinnitus patients to derive topics and collect data that can be used to counsel these patients. Methods: Out of 79 tinnitus patients recruited to complete the ...