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How can blind people see with sound? The science of human echolocation

Approximately 1 million Americans are blind, yet some have developed an extraordinary ability to navigate their world using sound. This skill, known as human echolocation, involves interpreting echoes to perceive the environment, showcasing the remarkable adaptability and neuroplasticity of the human brain.

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Do you become more sensitive to noise as you age?

According to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, approximately one in three people between the ages of 65 and 74 have hearing loss. However, sound sensitivity, or hyperacusis, can also increase as you age, even in those with clinically normal hearing.

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How Does Age Affect Sound? The Complexities of Hearing Throughout Life

According to the World Health Organization, approximately one-third of people over the age of 65 experience hearing loss, a condition known as presbycusis. But how does age affect sound perception in a more complex way than simple hearing loss? The aging process introduces a variety of changes to both the inner ear and the brain's auditory processing centers, leading to significant shifts in how we hear and interpret sound.

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