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Science and Ideas:
Stigma: Making the Invisible Actionable
The science of stigma, how it works and how it applies to hearing loss specifically
Presenter: Jane Neilson
Many people with hearing loss wait 7 years or longer to seek treatment or never get treated at all. What role does stigma play in this dynamic? And is the public’s perception of hearing loss improving over time? I will share key findings from the Research Symposium held at the Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA) convention in Indianapolis in June 2025. Specialists in medicine, public health and stigma research explored how stigma surrounding hearing loss and hearing devices can have consequences far beyond social discomfort and can hurt more than one’s pride. It can negatively affect healthcare outcomes and overall well-being. Come learn what stigma is, how it works, and what can be done to address it. I will also cover some basics about hearing loss, prevalence and remedial action.