Join Eva and Emily as they explore whether hearing loss contributes to dementia. They break down key research, including the ACHIEVE study, and share insights for clinical practice. Learn how SLPs can advocate for hearing screenings, support social engagement, and recognize when cognitive changes might actually be related to hearing. Plus, real stories from the field and thoughtful discussion about patient quality of life.

You’ll learn:

How hearing loss and dementia may be linked

What the ACHIEVE study says about hearing interventions

Why social isolation is a risk factor for cognitive decline

How SLPs can screen, educate, and advocate in SNF settings

Real-world clinical stories and takeaways

Articles Cited:

Lin, F. R., Metter, E. J., O'Brien, R. J., Resnick, S. M., Zonderman, A. B., & Ferrucci, L. (2011). Hearing loss and incident dementia. Archives of Neurology, 68(2), 214–220. https://doi.org/10.1001/archneurol.2010.362

Johns Hopkins Medicine. Hearing Loss and Dementia. https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/hearing-loss/hearing-loss-and-dementia

The ACHIEVE Study. National Institute on Aging. https://agingresearchbiobank.nia.nih.gov/studies/achieve

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