Hyperacusis is a rare hearing condition in which a person perceives everyday sounds to be abnormally or uncomfortably loud. The condition can affect one or both ears. In some cases, it occurs suddenly ...

As the father of two deaf sons and the author of a book on the history of cochlear implants, I thought I knew a bit about hearing problems. I was still shocked by an e-mail I received some months ago.

A recently published study examined the occurrence of hyperacusis in patients with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Results showed a statistically higher prevalence of hyperacusis in ...

For most of us, the hum of a refrigerator, the clatter of plates or a nearby conversation are just background noise. But for some, these sounds are uncomfortable, distressing or even painful.

SARASOTA — The clanking of a fork on a plate, the rustling of paper, the jingle of keys or the soft purr of a car engine can be excruciating for those suffering severe hyperacusis. The rare hearing ...

A study is the first to examine the relationship between parental mental illness like anxiety and depression in childhood and the risk of suicide and self-harm in adults who suffer from tinnitus, ...

As Chicagoans await the emergence of the cicadas, parents of children on the autism spectrum and/or who have sensitivities to sound can take a few steps to prepare for what is expected to be a loud ...

The blast of an air horn inches from her ear 14 months ago changed Talleyville teenager Cindy Redmond's life. The thunderous sound left the then-13-year-old with hyperacusis, a rare hearing condition ...