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Hyperacusis: understanding sound sensitivity
Hyperacusis is a condition that makes ordinary sounds feel painful or overwhelming. This article explains what it is, how it develops and what you can do about it.
Sudden hearing loss: what is it, and what can you do about it?
Experiencing sudden hearing loss? It can be overwhelming. Find out more about the causes, symptoms and treatment options.
How the Acoustic Environment Affects Employee Vitality
A healthy working environment is not only about ergonomics and air quality: sound plays at least as important a role. Disruptive noise is a silent energy drain: it makes you...
What are decibels, and when do they become harmful?
The decibel (abbreviated dB) is the unit used to measure the intensity of a sound. The decibel scale is a little odd because the human ear is incredibly sensitive. Your...
Overstimulation earplugs
If you are highly sensitive, you are prone to overstimulation. Earplugs help to prevent this. But what exactly is high sensitivity? What is meant by overstimulation? And how can earplugs...
What exactly is noise nuisance?
How loud is too loud? Find out when noise crosses the line into nuisance and how you can deal with it.
