Gamers face potential irreversible hearing loss and tinnitus risks, warns research. Prolonged gaming and loud impulse noises contribute to the danger. Experts call for increased awareness and interventions to promote safe listening practices.
Gamers Warned of Hearing Loss Risk: Research Highlights Concerns
New research, reviewing studies involving over 50,000 individuals worldwide, raises alarms about the potential risk of irreversible hearing loss and tinnitus among gamers. The study, conducted by experts from the World Health Organisation and the University of South Carolina, reveals that sound levels during gaming often approach or exceed safe limits.
Prolonged gaming sessions and loud impulse noises, like gunfire, further increase the risk. With gaming’s popularity among children and teenagers, researchers advocate for increased awareness and education about the risks, emphasizing the need for interventions to promote safe listening practices.