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Surge in APD Cases Linked to Trendy Earbuds

2/18/2025

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Trendy wireless earbuds could be fueling a surge in auditory processing disorder (APD) among Gen Z, experts caution. NHS audiologists are seeing a spike in referrals for hearing issues that stem from neurological challenges. With APD making it tough to decipher speech in noisy settings, treatment options in England remain scarce, leaving many on lengthy waiting lists.

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Trendy wireless earbuds could be fueling a surge in auditory processing disorder (APD) among Gen Z, experts caution. NHS audiologists are seeing a spike in referrals for hearing issues that stem from neurological challenges. With APD making it tough to decipher speech in noisy settings, treatment options in England remain scarce, leaving many on lengthy waiting lists.