Date of Completion

2024

Document Type

Research Project

Degree Name

Grade 12

Keywords

personal listening devices, hearing health, listening habits

Abstract

In a generation of modern technology, personal listening devices (PLDs) have become a part of one’s lifestyle among the youth, and this study has shown that their usage has had significant impacts on hearing health. The study aims to evaluate the prevalence of symptoms experienced by those who use PLDs based on their preferences for the type of device and their habits of using these devices. The study is quantitative descriptive research that uses a survey questionnaire to collect data from SHSHSHS students. Results of the study show that students who use wireless in-ear earbuds, students with listening habits of more than 1 hour per day, and students who listen with volume levels above 50% contribute the most to the percentage of potential hearing-related symptoms (mostly tinnitus and impaired hearing) experienced among the SHSSHS students. The study reveals that wireless in-ear earbuds are the most undesirable option to use and that safer options for PLDs include speakers or on-ear or over-ear headphones. Based on the results, the recommended usage of PLDs should only be kept at most an hour per day and at a volume level below 50% to prevent the potential development of hearing-related problems.

First Advisor

Irma M. Penalba

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