Tinnitus can be a terrible affliction both for the individual & also for friends & family. Hyperacusis acute sensitivity to noise can also seriously interfere with everyday life. These conditions are common in adults & may affect children too. The good news is that prospects for recovery have never been better thanks to advances in scientific understanding & therapy. There are techniques that can be used to help minimize the distressing effects of these disorders which can range from lack of sleep & irritability to loss of concentration & confidence. Living with Tinnitus & Hyperacusis looks at strategies for coping &
Includes:: a complete self-help programme. Topics include; causes & mechanisms of tinnitus & hyperacusis the impact of these hearing disorders effective treatments relaxation & sound therapy relieving the stress of tinnitus & hyperacusis & avoiding relapse.