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Ohio State Student Academy of Audiology

The Ohio State University Chapter of the Student Academy of Audiology.

10/24/2025

October meeting last night 🎃Loved seeing everyone dress as their favorite Spondee! Special thank you to for joining and sharing Ashby with us :)

10/07/2025

Untreated hearing difficulties don’t just affect your ears. Research shows they can:
-Increase stress and listening fatigue
-Reduce memory and concentration
-Lead to social withdrawal and anxiety
-Affect long-term brain health 🧠

The good news? Addressing hearing problems early, through hearing aids, communication strategies, or hearing conservation, helps keep your brain and social life strong.
Hearing well = living well.

10/06/2025

Many young adults report difficulty hearing in noisy settings (restaurants, group chats, lectures) even when their hearing test results appear normal. This is sometimes called hidden hearing loss.
-It’s linked to subtle damage in the auditory system that standard tests don’t always detect. Audiologists can use advanced tests and recommend strategies, technology, or training to help.
-Don’t ignore the signs, sometimes your brain and ears may need extra support.

10/05/2025

Tinnitus is common among young and middle-aged adults, especially after loud noise exposure. While it may seem minor, it can interfere with concentration, sleep, and overall wellness.
-At-home management options include:
-Free, relaxing sound apps Widex Zen, ReSound Relief, & MindEar
-Mindfulness Coping Strategies
-Sound Pillow for better sleep
-If tinnitus is bothering you, audiologists can help you find relief strategies tailored to your needs.

10/04/2025

Hearing health is directly tied to quality of life. Even mild hearing difficulties can lead to:
-Miscommunication at work or school
-Strain in friendships or relationships
-Increased stress and fatigue
-Social withdrawal and isolation
-The earlier hearing loss is addressed, the easier it is to adapt and thrive. Audiologists provide strategies and technology to keep you fully engaged in life.

10/03/2025

Balance problems aren’t just for older adults. Inner ear disorders (vestibular issues) can affect young and middle-aged adults, often causing:
-Dizziness or spinning (vertigo)
-Motion sickness or disorientation
-Trouble concentrating after dizzy spells
-Audiologists perform specialized vestibular testing to find out if your balance problems are ear-related and guide you toward effective treatment.
-Balance matters in everyday life, whether it’s athletics, work, or just feeling steady on your feet.

10/02/2025

Noise exposure is one of the biggest risks for young adults. Loud concerts, clubs, sports arenas, and even earbuds at high volume can exceed safe levels. Prolonged exposure above 85 dB damages hearing cells permanently.
-How to protect yourself without missing the fun:
🎧 Use musician’s earplugs or noise-filtering plugs.
📱 Follow the 60/60 rule (no more than 60% volume for 60 minutes).
⏱️ Take “quiet breaks” between loud exposures.
-Hearing damage is invisible, but prevention is powerful!

10/01/2025

Audiology isn’t just about “old age” or “hearing loss.” For young and middle-aged adults, audiologists:
-Diagnose and manage hearing difficulties from noise, genetics, or medical conditions.
-Provide tools for tinnitus (ringing/buzzing in the ears).
-Evaluate dizziness and balance problems.
-Fit and program hearing technology like hearing aids and custom earplugs.
-Audiology supports communication, productivity, and social connection, things that matter every day!

09/01/2025

Our 2nd year AuD students received their White Coats yesterday!! This was such a great event! Thank you to everyone who was in attendance yesterday and a special thanks to our guest speaker LCDR Kyle Shepard, Au.D.! It was an honor to listen to his speech and have him attend the ceremony!

08/25/2025

Welcoming the class of 2029! We are so excited you are here! Have a great semester! ❤️🌰

08/13/2025

We had several AuD students, along with Dr. Whitelaw, present their Grand Rounds on Audiology Online! They did amazing! ❤️

-“Bilateral Implantation but Only One Functional Cochlear Implant” by Christina Martin-Smith
-“TBI and Auditory Processing” by Liam Smyth
-“At a CROSroads” by Jack Korsgard and Aryn Robinson
-“Hearing the Unheard: A case of tinnitus in a child” by Gail Whitelaw

06/07/2025

Some of our AuD students were able to provide free hearing screenings, with Dr. Whitelaw, at the 25th Annual Healthy Community Day! Such a great event! ❤️🦻🏼

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1070 Carmack Road
Columbus, OH
43210

Website

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