Living With Tinnitus and Hyperacusis by Laurence McKenna, Ph.D., David Baguley, Ph.D., and Don McFerran, Ph.D.

Living With Tinnitus and Hyperacusis by Laurence McKenna, Ph.D., David Baguley, Ph.D., and Don McFerran, Ph.D.

($18.50 ATA Members / $20.00 Non-Members)

Tinnitus can be a terrible affliction for the individual and for friends and family. Hyperacusis, acute sensitivity to noise, can also seriously interfere with everyday life. These conditions are common in adults and may affect children, too. The good news is that prospects for recovery have never been better, thanks to advances in scientific understanding and therapy. There are techniques that can be used to help minimize the distressing effects, which can range from lack of sleep and irritability to loss of concentration and confidence. Living With Tinnitus and Hyperacusis looks at strategies for coping and includes a complete self-help program.

Topics include:

• Causes and mechanisms of tinnitus and hyperacusis
• The impact of these hearing disorders
• Associated medical conditions
• Effective therapies, including sound therapy
• Dealing with your thoughts- techniques based on cognitive behavioral therapy
• Stress arousal and relaxation therapy
• Sound therapy
• Getting a good night's sleep
• Avoiding relapse
• Helping adults and children with tinnitus

This comprehensive book, written by three leading professionals in the field of audiology, suggests a range of effective ways to improve the quality of life for those with tinnitus and hyperacusis. 128 pages, soft cover.