Why are women and children sometimes more challenging to hear than men? As proof, maybe you have noticed that some men claim they can’t hear their wives’ voices when they are restating the “to-do” list. Of course, we are joking; however, there are lots of reasons why it becomes hard to hear women’s and children’s voices. Let’s find out why, and what you can do about it.
Exploring the impacts of hearing loss at high frequencies
Females and young individuals frequently have voices that are higher in frequency, and this can influence how clearly they are able to communicate for individuals with trouble hearing high frequencies. It’s the most prevalent form of hearing impairment.
Somebody may say they can hear soft sounds, but can’t figure out why hearing their children or grandchildren is difficult. The normal frequency range for women is between 165 and 255 Hz, while for men it is between 85 and 180 Hz.
Trouble in hearing specific consonants in speech, such as t, th, ch, soft c, s, sh, f, and k, due to high-frequency hearing loss can lead to unclear speech.
Additionally, the following sounds would be difficult to hear:
- Chirping birds
- Alarms
- Whistling
- High-pitched musical instruments like a flute
What causes high-frequency hearing loss?
Age-related hearing loss may include this hearing issue. What’s more, damage to the small, hair-like sensory cells located in the inner ear can result in increased trouble in perceiving high-frequency sounds.
If you frequented loud concerts and had substantial noise exposure from work or the environment, it can be a factor. Other risk factors include genetics, certain medications like aspirin, chemo drugs, and antibiotics. Cardiovascular disease is also related.
If kids have high-frequency hearing loss, it can impede their speech and language skill development. Older people may face the possibility of experiencing dementia, depression, and falls.
Managing hearing loss in the higher frequencies
While high-frequency hearing loss is permanent, utilizing hearing aids can dramatically improve the clarity of high-pitched sounds by boosting their volume, resulting in a sharper and more distinct auditory experience. An audiologist can configure your hearing aids to meet your specific needs.
An enhanced experience can be achieved in a business meeting, making phone calls, dining, or engaging in conversations with your grandchild. Many hearing aids can be connected to your smartphone and have directional microphones that allow for precise sound adjustment. As a perk, you’ll make your wife happy.
Set up a consultation if you think you may be experiencing hearing issues at high frequencies.
