Conor Stewart
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Get in touch with us now| Characteristic | Percentage of respondents |
|---|---|
| Difficulties hearing important announcements or information in public spaces like airports or train stations | 55% |
| Difficulties communicating over the phone | 54% |
| Avoiding going to social events in loud places (i.e. restaurants) | 43% |
| Inaccurate or limited subtitles on social media apps or TV | 30% |
| Difficulties securing a job or following communications in the workplace | 21% |
| Limited showings of movies and live performances with subtitles or sign language interpreters | 19% |
| Not being invited to places by friends/family | 12% |
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Release date
April 2024
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Region
United States
Survey time period
February 21 to 26, 2024
Number of respondents
500 respondents
Age group
18 years and older
Special properties
Americans with hearing loss
Method of interview
Online survey
Supplementary notes
Original question: 鈥淲hat social barriers do you face as a result of your hearing loss?鈥
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