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# American Tinnitus Association

The ATA is a non-profit that empowers tinnitus patients, health-care providers, and researchers.

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## Posts

- [What Crystals, Clickbait, and One Truck Driver Taught Me About Tinnitus Care](https://www.ata.org/crystals-clickbait-tinnitus-care/) - By Stelios Dokianakis, AuD Originally published in the Summer 2026 issue of Tinnitus Today Magazine In the 1990s I followed a show called The X-Files about two FBI agents who were partners. One was prone to believe in the supernatural, extraterrestrials, and conspiracy theories. The other, a medical doctor, was grounded in empirical science. On
- [Tinnitus Has No Single Cause or Cure So Why Do So Many Products on the Internet Claim to Have an Answer?](https://www.ata.org/tinnitus-cure-claims/) - Originally published in the Summer 2026 issue of Tinnitus Today Magazine In his presentation at the online Madison, Wisconsin, Tinnitus Support Group, run by Deb Holmen, esteemed audiologist and tinnitus care expert Richard Tyler, PhD, opened with a warning and a fact check. Because tinnitus has different causes and different underlying mechanisms, effective treatment requires
- [Beyond the Noise: Case Study on a Teen's Story of Resilience with Misophonia](https://www.ata.org/teen-misophonia-resilience/) - By Brittany Grayless, AuD Originally published in the Winter 2024 issue of Tinnitus Today Magazine Misophonia is a condition in which individuals experience an emotional response to specific sounds in their environment. These sounds can include breathing, swallowing, and chewing (1). Individuals with misophonia are typically bothered by these sounds emitted by others, not when
- [Red Flags for Tinnitus Products and Where to Report Them](https://www.ata.org/red-flags-for-tinnitus-products-and-where-to-report-them/) - Originally published in the Summer 2026 issue of Tinnitus Today Magazine Every week, the American Tinnitus Association fields calls and emails from people asking about tinnitus products they found online that claim to cure tinnitus or offer significant relief. We also regularly hear from people trying to return a product to us because our phone
- [Introducing ATA Academy: Bringing Evidence-Based Tinnitus Care to Providers Nationwide](https://www.ata.org/introducing-ata-academy/) - Launching in 2027, ATA Academy is a professional education platform offering evidence-based training, clinical tools, and continuing education resources for care providers who work with individuals affected by tinnitus. Through targeted knowledge and skill-building modules, the Academy will equip providers to assess tinnitus impact more accurately, communicate about it with greater confidence, and apply evidence-based
- [Meet ATA’s New Vice President of Tinnitus Programming](https://www.ata.org/hannah-glick-vice-president-of-tinnitus-programming/) - For many people with tinnitus, finding effective care is less a matter of diagnosis than of circumstance. Whether a patient receives accurate information, evidence-based treatment options, and meaningful guidance depends largely on which provider they happen to see. While tinnitus is among the most common chronic conditions in the United States, there is no accepted
- [ATA Invests More Than Half a Million Dollars in Next-Generation Tinnitus Research](https://www.ata.org/2026-tinnitus-research-grant-awards/) - For people living with tinnitus, the questions are personal: Why does this happen? Why isn't there a cure? Why does it affect some people so much more than others? These are also among the hardest questions in auditory neuroscience, and answering them requires sustained, rigorous scientific investment. This year, ATA made its largest single research
- [When Sound Hurts: The Reality of Pain Hyperacusis](https://www.ata.org/when-sound-hurts/) - By David Treworgy Originally published in the Spring 2025 issue of "Tinnitus Today" magazine. Pain hyperacusis is an enormously challenging condition. It is invisible, with no objective diagnostic procedure. There's no gushing blood or gaping wound. Most providers, even ear, nose, and throat (ENT) physicians and audiologists, have never even heard of pain hyperacusis. The
- [<em>Tuner</em> Brings Hyperacusis to the Big Screen](https://www.ata.org/tuner-brings-hyperacusis-to-the-big-screen/) - By Joy Onozuka Tinnitus can be hard to explain to those without it, and the same is even more true for pain and loudness hyperacusis, which can make normal everyday sounds feel unbearably uncomfortable. So when a major Hollywood actor, Dustin Hoffman, co-stars in a riveting crime drama alongside an up-and-coming actor, Leo Woodall playing
- [Building a Hearing Protection Toolkit](https://www.ata.org/building-a-hearing-protection-toolkit/) - By Jan L. Mayes, MSc You won't wear hearing protection if you don't have any, which is why I suggest that you build a hearing protection toolkit today. Exposure to loud noise in everyday life - no matter how short or infrequent - can cause immediate and long-term damage. This includes noise-induced tinnitus or worsening of preexisting tinnitus. By building a hearing protection toolkit, you can
- [Nationwide Texas Roadhouse and Bubba’s 33 Fundraiser to Benefit the American Tinnitus Association](https://www.ata.org/nationwide-texas-roadhouse-and-bubbas-33-fundraiser-to-benefit-the-american-tinnitus-association/) - On Monday, February 6, all Texas Roadhouse and Bubba’s 33 locations will donate 100 percent of the day’s profits to the American Tinnitus Association (ATA) in honor of the company’s late founder, Kent Taylor. The public is invited to show their support by dining (or ordering to-go) at any Texas Roadhouse or Bubba’s 33 location on February 6, which
- [Congressional Resolution Introduced in Support of World Hearing Day](https://www.ata.org/congressional-resolution-introduced-in-support-of-world-hearing-day/) - In observation of today (March 3) being World Hearing Day, a bipartisan resolution was introduced into Congress this past Wednesday by Reps. Mike Thompson (D-CA) and Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) “expressing support for the goals and ideals of World Hearing Day.” A link to the resolution can be found here. World Hearing Day has been observed
- [Iowa Tinnitus Conference Scheduled for August 10-11, 2023](https://www.ata.org/iowa-tinnitus-conference-scheduled-for-august-10-11-2023/) - The 30th Annual International Conference on the Management of the Tinnitus and Hyperacusis Patient will be held at the University of Iowa on August 10-11, 2023. The conference will be held both in-person and virtually. The in-person venue will be the Wendell Johnson Speech and Hearing Center, 250 Hawkins Drive in Iowa City, IA 52242.
- [Coronavirus: ATA Operations and Tips For Managing Stress](https://www.ata.org/coronavirus-ata-operations-and-tips-for-managing-stress/) - The ATA is here for you during this unprecedented public-health crisis, which calls on each of us to take precautions to limit the spread of the coronavirus. To ensure the safety of our staff, we are operating remotely, but you can still contact us by telephone at 1-800-634-8978 or email at tinnitus @ ata.org. We
- [ATA Participates in Discussion With New NIDCD Director](https://www.ata.org/ata-participates-in-discussion-with-new-nidcd-director/) - The ATA joined colleagues in the Friends of the Congressional Hearing Health Caucus for a round-table discussion on hearing health issues with Dr. Debra Tucci, the director of the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD) and NIDCD staff members Buck Wong, chief of Science Policy and Planning Branch, and Elka Scordalakes, legislative
- [ATA's CEO Discusses: Will There Ever Be A Cure For Tinnitus?](https://www.ata.org/atas-ceo-discusses-will-there-ever-be-a-cure-for-tinnitus/) - The British Tinnitus Association (BTA) recently asked tinnitus experts around the globe the question on the mind of those who suffer from tinnitus. ATA's CEO, Torryn Brazell, was one of those interviewed by the BTA on what is a tough subject to talk about, particularly for those who have tinnitus and are waiting desperately for a
- [It's Tinnitus Awareness Week!](https://www.ata.org/its-tinnitus-awareness-week/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE : May 13, 2016Contact: Jennifer Born - jennifer@ata.org Help Raise Awareness to Quiet Tinnitus During Tinnitus Awareness Week - ATA Challenge: Make the “Right Kind of Noise” About Tinnitus and Hyperacusis - Portland, Ore. – The American Tinnitus Association (ATA) is challenging the tinnitus community to “Make Some Noise” about tinnitus and hyperacusis during National Tinnitus Awareness Week,
- [ATA’s Research Program: Tinnitus Patients Investing in a Quiet Future](https://www.ata.org/atas-research-program-tinnitus-patients-investing-in-a-quiet-future/) - PORTLAND, OR – The American Tinnitus Association, the nation’s premier advocate for tinnitus patients, is also one of the leading funders of advanced tinnitus research. To date, ATA has distributed nearly 6 million dollars in research grants, funding projects that have improved our medical understanding of tinnitus, developed new tinnitus management tools, and laid the
- [American Tinnitus Association Calls for Proposals: Innovative Tinnitus Research Grant Application Now Available](https://www.ata.org/american-tinnitus-association-calls-for-proposals-innovative-tinnitus-research-grant-application-now-available/) - VIENNA, Va., Feb. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Tinnitus Association (ATA), the nation's leading non-profit dedicated exclusively to serving the needs of the tinnitus community, is pleased to announce the opening of applications for its 2024 Innovative Research Grants Program. ATA offers seed grant funding for research investigating tinnitus interventions ranging from therapy using drugs and supplements to
- [Third Annual Nationwide Texas Roadhouse and Bubba's 33 Tinnitus Awareness Fundraiser to Benefit the American Tinnitus Association](https://www.ata.org/third-annual-nationwide-texas-roadhouse-and-bubbas-33-tinnitus-awareness-fundraiser-to-benefit-the-american-tinnitus-association/) - VIENNA, Va., Jan. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Tinnitus Awareness Week is observed the first full week of February with the purpose of educating the public about the symptoms of tinnitus and how it affects people. In a united effort to raise awareness of the condition and its prevention during Tinnitus Awareness Week, Texas Roadhouse and its affiliate,
- [Seize Opportunities: Online Conference and Study Await!](https://www.ata.org/seize-opportunities-online-conference-and-study-await/) - ~TAT Recruitment Closed Online Tinnitus Activities Treatment (TAT) Study: Ann Perreau, a professor of communication sciences and disorders and coordinator of Augustana College’s Audiology Clinic in Illinois, is spearheading a six-week online study of TAT, an evidence-based therapeutic management approach to alleviate the distress and challenges associated with tinnitus and its impact on daily life. The
- [American Tinnitus Association Announces Leadership Transition](https://www.ata.org/american-tinnitus-association-announces-leadership-transition/) - Well-Regarded Tinnitus Healthcare Professional to Serve as Interim Executive Director Vienna, VA, July 14, 2023 – The American Tinnitus Association, a leading nonprofit dedicated to supporting individuals with tinnitus and advancing research and treatment options for the condition, announced the appointment of Sara Downs, AuD, a well-regarded tinnitus specialist and business professional, as its interim
- [American Tinnitus Association Announces Resignation of CEO](https://www.ata.org/american-tinnitus-association-announces-resignation-of-ceo/) - Vienna, VA, July 14, 2023 – Torryn Brazell, CAE, CFRE, chief executive officer of the American Tinnitus Association (ATA), is leaving her position after six years of dedicated service to the nonprofit organization that exclusively serves the tinnitus community. Following the resignation, the ATA Board of Directors has embarked on a comprehensive search for new
- [Hyperacusis Makes Its Movie Debut](https://www.ata.org/hyperacusis-makes-its-movie-debut/) - By Steven Barad, MD, president of Hyperacusis Research, Ltd., July 2026 For the first time ever, hyperacusis takes the lead in a major motion picture, Tuner. The Washington Post has named Tuner one of the best movies of 2026 so far. We couldn't agree more. Tuner is an engaging crime caper with a love story
- [ATA Offices Closed for Memorial Day, May 29, 2023](https://www.ata.org/ata-offices-closed-for-memorial-day-may-29-2023/) - The American Tinnitus Association will be closed Monday, May 29, in honor of Memorial Day. Normal business hours will resume Tuesday, May 30.
- [ATA Office Closed February 20, 2023](https://www.ata.org/ata-office-closed-february-20-2023/) - The ATA will be closed in observance of Presidents' Day on Monday, February 20, 2023. We will reopen at 9:00am on Tuesday, February 21.
- [ATA Office Closed January 2, 2023](https://www.ata.org/ata-office-closed-january-2-2023/) - The ATA will be closed in observance of New Years Day on Monday, January 2, 2023. We will reopen at 9:00am on Tuesday, January 3.
- [ATA Office Closed December 26, 2022 In Observance of Christmas](https://www.ata.org/ata-office-closed-december-26-2022-in-observance-of-christmas/) - The ATA office will be closed Monday, December 26, 2022, in observance of the Christmas holiday. We will reopen on Tuesday, December 27, 2022, at 9 a.m. ET.
- [ATA and Texas Roadhouse Partner to Quiet Tinnitus](https://www.ata.org/ata-and-texas-roadhouse-partner-to-quiet-tinnitus/) - We are honored to announce that—beginning today—the American Tinnitus Association and the Texas Roadhouse family of restaurants* are partnering to raise awareness of tinnitus. From January 1 through March 31, 2022, purchasing a Texas Roadhouse-ATA gift card means a 10% donation to the ATA! When you make an online purchase of a gift card, you will be able to enjoy
- [American Tinnitus Association Gives Free Access To Mental Health & Wellness Magazine](https://www.ata.org/american-tinnitus-association-gives-free-access-to-mental-health-wellness-magazine/) - As the COVID-19 pandemic intensifies, mental wellness is becoming even more of a critical issue in America and across the globe. To share mental health resources that might be useful to those in need, the ATA is providing free access to its latest digital issue of Tinnitus Today magazine, which addresses use of telehealth, online
- [Workplace Hearing Protection Could Protect Thousands of Workers from Hearing Loss, Tinnitus](https://www.ata.org/workplace-hearing-protection-could-protect-thousands-of-workers-from-hearing-loss-tinnitus/) - For nearly 30 years, noise-induced hearing loss has been one of the most prevalent occupational health problems in the United States. Simple steps can significantly reduce the threat to workers. PORTLAND, OR -- As part of Tinnitus Awareness Week (May 18-24, 2014), the American Tinnitus Association (ATA) is urging workers and employers to take proactive
- [Treating and Curing Tinnitus Is Part of Our National Commitment to Veterans](https://www.ata.org/treating-and-curing-tinnitus-is-part-of-our-national-commitment-to-veterans/) - Tinnitus is the leading service-related disability among U.S. veterans, with 9.7% of all vets receiving service-related disability compensation for the condition in 2012. To better serve this deserving population, the American Tinnitus Association urges Congress, the Department of Defense, and Department of Veterans Affairs to take a more proactive stance in the treatment of tinnitus
- [Tinnitus Awareness Week 2017](https://www.ata.org/tinnitus-awareness-week-2017/) - This year's Tinnitus Awareness Week will be celebrated February 6-12, 2017! PORTLAND, ORE. - Today the American Tinnitus Association (ATA) announced today that February 6-12, 2017 is National Tinnitus Awareness Week (TAW)! Tinnitus, commonly referred to as “ringing in the ears,” affects nearly 45 million people in the United States and of those, 20 million have chronic
- [Torryn Brazell Named Executive Director and COO of the American Tinnitus Association](https://www.ata.org/torryn-brazell-named-executive-director-and-coo-of-the-american-tinnitus-association-2/)
- [ATA Announces New Tool to Identify Tinnitus in Animals](https://www.ata.org/ata-announces-new-tool-to-identify-tinnitus-in-animals/)
- [American Tinnitus Association Names John Coverstone, AuD, Editor of Tinnitus Today Magazine](https://www.ata.org/american-tinnitus-association-names-john-coverstone-aud-editor-of-tinnitus-today-magazine/)
- [American Tinnitus Association Funds $156,000 for Research Seed Grants](https://www.ata.org/american-tinnitus-association-funds-156000-for-research-seed-grants/)
- [American Tinnitus Association Moves Headquarters to the Washington, D.C. Metropolitan Region to be at the Center of Tinnitus Research and Advocacy](https://www.ata.org/american-tinnitus-association-moves-headquarters-to-the-washington-d-c-metropolitan-region-to-be-at-the-center-of-tinnitus-research-and-advocacy/)
- [The American Tinnitus Association Announces Six New Members to its Board of Directors](https://www.ata.org/the-american-tinnitus-association-announces-six-new-members-to-its-board-of-directors/)
- [Open Access Internet CBT Program Accepting Participants](https://www.ata.org/open-access-internet-cbt-program-accepting-participants/) - The ATA is excited to announce that Tackling Tinnitus, and online cognitive behavioral therapy (iCBT) intervention for tinnitus, is available in the United States and is accepting participants to continue to study its effectiveness in reducing the negative impact of tinnitus on the daily life. The program, offered in English and Spanish, is free and
- [World Hearing Day, March 3, 2020](https://www.ata.org/world-hearing-day-march-3-2020/) - “Hearing for Life. Don’t Let Hearing Loss Limit You” is the theme of World Hearing Day (March 3), which is organized annually by the World Health Organization. More than 80 percent of people with tinnitus have some degree of hearing loss, so please take steps today – if you haven’t done so already – to
- [The New FDA Rules for OTC Hearing Aids: What Do They Mean for People with Hearing Loss?](https://www.ata.org/the-new-fda-rules-for-otc-hearing-aids-what-do-they-mean-for-people-with-hearing-loss/) - The US Food and Drug Administration’s rules for OTC hearing aids, announced on August 16, promise sweeping changes for hearing healthcare, creating a new class of more affordable and accessible hearing aids. Hearing aids within this category can be sold online and in stores directly to consumers who have perceived mild to moderate hearing loss without a medical exam or a fitting by a licensed provider.
- [American Tinnitus Association Elects New Board Members to Expand Services to Tinnitus Community During Pandemic](https://www.ata.org/american-tinnitus-association-elects-new-board-members-to-expand-services-to-tinnitus-community-during-pandemic-2/) - The American Tinnitus Association has elected four members to its board of directors to expand its leadership and help it better understand and respond to the challenges that the coronavirus pandemic has created for the tinnitus community. Frequently referred to as ringing in the ears, the chronic condition often is exacerbated by increased stress and
- [American Tinnitus Association Elects New Board Members to Expand Services to Tinnitus Community During Pandemic](https://www.ata.org/american-tinnitus-association-elects-new-board-members-to-expand-services-to-tinnitus-community-during-pandemic/)
- [TED-Ed Video On Tinnitus By ATA Scientific Advisory Committee Member Released](https://www.ata.org/ted-ed-video-on-tinnitus-by-ata-scientific-advisory-committee-member-released/) - A TED-Ed animated tinnitus video by Marc Fagelson, PhD, tinnitus and PTSD expert, and member of the ATA's Scientific Advisory Committee, was released today. The short piece is designed to help people understand tinnitus and why it can cause distress. To view, see the link below.
- [Results Published From Neuromod Bimodal Stimulation Study](https://www.ata.org/results-published-from-neuromod-bimodal-stimulation-study/) - Neuromod has spent years conducting clinical trials to determine the efficacy of its Lenire bimodal stimulation device to reduce tinnitus symptoms. Results of the first of two large-scale clinical trials (TENT-A1), which included 326 participants across two European clinical sites (Dublin, Ireland and Regensburg, Germany), over a 15 months period, were released today. Note that
- [American Tinnitus Association Receives $2.7 Million Gift](https://www.ata.org/american-tinnitus-association-receives-2-7-million-gift/)
- [American Tinnitus Association Seeks Innovative Tinnitus Research Proposals](https://www.ata.org/american-tinnitus-association-seeks-innovative-tinnitus-research-proposals/)
- [Tinnitus Today Magazine & Conversations in Tinnitus Podcast Wins Four Awards](https://www.ata.org/tinnitus-today-magazine-conversations-in-tinnitus-podcast-wins-four-awards/) - We’re thrilled to announce that Tinnitus Today magazine and Conversations in Tinnitus podcast won four awards—two from EXCEL and two from Digital Health—which is a tremendous honor that underscores the importance of sharing the voices of people with tinnitus, such as yourselves, and those of researchers determined to put an end to tinnitus. “We’re incredibly grateful to our contributors,
- [Tinnitus an Unacknowledged, Underfunded Public Health Crisis](https://www.ata.org/tinnitus-an-unacknowledged-underfunded-public-health-crisis/) - A press release in honor of Tinnitus Awareness Week PORTLAND, OR – May 18-24 is national Tinnitus Awareness Week and the American Tinnitus Association (ATA) is using the occasion to call attention to the prevalence and human impact of the condition popularly referred to as “ringing in the ears.” Millions of Americans struggle with tinnitus—often
- [ATA Awards $120,000 Inaugural “Kent Taylor Texas Roadhouse Tinnitus Research Grant”](https://www.ata.org/ata-awards-120000-inaugural-kent-taylor-texas-roadhouse-tinnitus-research-grant/) - The American Tinnitus Association is pleased to announce that it has awarded its first “Kent Taylor Texas Roadhouse Tinnitus Research Grant” to Julia Campbell, Au.D., Ph.D., assistant professor for the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders at the University of Texas at Austin.
- [NCRAR Seeks Individuals With Tinnitus For Research Study](https://www.ata.org/ncrar-seeks-individuals-with-tinnitus-for-research-study/) - Do you have Constant Tinnitus? (Ringing or Buzzing in the Ear) Title of Study: Validation and Expansion of Established Norms for Measures of Tinnitus Perception Study ID #4188 The National Center for Rehabilitative Auditory Research (NCRAR) at the VA Portland Health Care System is seeking individuals with constant tinnitus (ringing, humming, buzzing noise in the
- [Nationwide Texas Roadhouse and Bubba’s 33 Fundraiser to Benefit the ATA](https://www.ata.org/nationwide-texas-roadhouse-and-bubbas-33-fundraiser-to-benefit-the-ata/) - Join the ATA and Texas Roadhouse/Bubba’s 33 February 6, 2023 to Raise Funds and Awareness of Tinnitus. The restaurant group is generously giving 100% of the day’s profits to the ATA to maximize community impact. The February 6 event, hosted at the Texas Roadhouse family of restaurants, which includes Bubba’s 33, marks the start of Tinnitus

## Pages

- [Home](https://www.ata.org/) - ATA is a global leader in the effort to find a cure for tinnitus. Find a medical provider, donate to advanced research, become an ATA member.
- [Tinnitus Health Newsletter](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/tinnitus-health-newsletter/) - Vol. 26: Buyer Beware. Finding Meaningful Relief. Sounds the Trigger Vol. 25: Hearing Differently: On Screen and in Iowa City Vol. 24: Built on Your Generosity: ATA's New Era for Tinnitus Research and Care Vol. 23: Better Hearing Month. Your Story. Iowa Conference. Vol. 22: Moving Through the Noise Vol. 21: Finding community. Being heard.
- [Tinnitus Health Newsletter Issue 26](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/tinnitus-health-newsletter/tinnitus-health-newsletter-issue-26/) - The latest tinnitus news, research and support from the American Tinnitus Association Volume 26: August 26, 2026 Buyer Beware. Finding Meaningful Relief. Sounds the Trigger. Every week, ATA hears from people who want to know if a product found online promising to cure tinnitus or substantially reduce the sound is legitimate. That inquiry
- [tinnitus today current edition](https://www.ata.org/tinnitus-today-current-edition/) - Tinnitus Today Latest Issue Tinnitus Today is ATA's popular and internationally-circulated magazine, published each April, August, and December. It features the latest information about tinnitus research and treatments, updates on ATA's advocacy efforts, a Questions & Answers section, ATA news, and other articles of interest. In the Summer 2026 issue of Tinnitus Today, you'll meet
- [Tinnitus Today Magazine](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/tinnitus-today-magazine/) - Tinnitus Today Magazine Tinnitus Today magazine is the ATA's award-winning flagship publication, featuring the latest in research news, compelling personal stories, tinnitus tools, and much more. To subscribe, join the ATA. This exclusive member benefit is issued three times a year and includes access to ATA's extensive archives. Tinnitus Today • Summer 2026 Tinnitus Today
- [The Pros and Cons of Telehealth for Tinnitus Care](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/tinnitus-health-newsletter/tinnitus-health-newsletter-issue-6/the-pros-and-cons-of-telehealth-for-tinnitus-care/) - The Pros and Cons of Telehealth for Tinnitus Care By Marc Fagelson, PhD It may be that the first human ever bothered by tinnitus was simultaneously bothered by the lack of help they received from family, friends, and if such things existed, the opinions of local healthcare providers. From that moment until the present, the
- [Daniel’s Journey](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/understanding-the-journeys-personal-stories-of-managing-tinnitus/daniels-journey/) - One Loud Night Too Many By Daniel Fox On the advice of friends who noticed I loved hogging the music at parties, I first took up DJing in late 2014 after moving to Washington, DC. I was 25. With the popular explosion of electronic music, festival culture, and companies producing simple, inexpensive DJ equipment, DJing
- [Tommy’s Journey](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/understanding-the-journeys-personal-stories-of-managing-tinnitus/tommys-journey/) - How Tinnitus Changed My Life By Tommy Scott For me, tinnitus has been one big roller coaster. A roller coaster that I didn’t agree to ride on and certainly did not expect to find myself on at the age of 23. At the time of my diagnosis, I was a senior in college and was
- [Nagel’s Journey](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/understanding-the-journeys-personal-stories-of-managing-tinnitus/nagels-journey/) - When Treatment for Depression Triggers Tinnitus By J. Nagel* After suffering from both depression and anxiety for most of my life, and after trying numerous medications and seeing many different therapists in search of help with these conditions, I got up the courage to try transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS). I had learned of it from
- [Ellen’s Journey](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/understanding-the-journeys-personal-stories-of-managing-tinnitus/ellens-journey/) - Pursuing Dreams, Life, and Joy… Despite Tinnitus By Ellen Meny I can’t believe I’m writing this. Even now, the idea of me doing this is shocking. Up until about a year ago, I couldn’t even see the word “tinnitus” without a spike of fear going up my spine. Every time I saw that word, I
- [David’s Journey](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/understanding-the-journeys-personal-stories-of-managing-tinnitus/davids-journey/) - Two Days of Learning Helped Me ‘Own’ My Tinnitus of 20 Years By David Strom I have been living with tinnitus for 20 years, but, until last year, I didn’t “own” it. What does “owning” mean? It means that you control it, rather than allowing it to control you. Before I tell you how I
- [Matthew’s Journey](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/understanding-the-journeys-personal-stories-of-managing-tinnitus/matthews-journey/) - Managing Visual Snow and Tinnitus: A New Kind of Normal On February 7, 2014, I went to sleep with a mild headache, but otherwise was in good health. When I woke up the next day, I experienced the first set of strange symptoms that would change my life forever. It started with brain fog. I
- [Tom’s Journey](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/understanding-the-journeys-personal-stories-of-managing-tinnitus/toms-journey/) - Tinnitus: Part of a Larger Puzzle and Challenge By Tom Bowen My life dramatically changed March 2013, while I was shopping with my wife and trying out a patio chair. I sat down and the chair fell backward, causing me to hit my head on several metal shelves before slamming into the concrete floor. Yes,
- [Glenn’s Journey](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/understanding-the-journeys-personal-stories-of-managing-tinnitus/glenns-journey/) - Tinnitus Enters the Quiet Sanctuary of the Library By Glenn Masuchika I’ve been an academic librarian with Pennsylvania State University Libraries for decades. While libraries have evolved into “data centers,” reflecting rapid advances in technology and how information is accessed, the library remains a sanctuary for silent study and contemplation. For years, I have worked
- [Rachel’s Journey](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/understanding-the-journeys-personal-stories-of-managing-tinnitus/rachels-journey/) - A Vibrant Life with Tinnitus By Rachel Balma Right now, I’m sitting inside my mother’s house looking out the window at her garden. As I do, my tinnitus whistling and whirring away, I see a connection between this verdant landscape and me. Just outside the window, there is a little tree, and it’s dying, a
- [Bethany’s Journey](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/understanding-the-journeys-personal-stories-of-managing-tinnitus/bethanys-journey/) - Tinnitus Treatment Began with a Demand to Take Action By Bethany Quattrociocchi In March 2005, I woke up with an extremely painful earache in my right ear. My general physician treated me initially with an antiviral medication, but when the pain continued, he prescribed Naproxen® and Cyclobenzaprine®. Within days, a loud, high-pitched ringing began in
- [Jake’s story](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/understanding-the-journeys-personal-stories-of-managing-tinnitus/jakes-story/) - From Debilitating Tinnitus to Making Tinnitus T-Shirts to Encourage Conversation By Jake Alford It seems like it was just yesterday that tinnitus entered my world, but it started about eight years ago, when I was in college at West Texas A&M. I was trying to decide my major when I noted the ringing in my
- [Gary’s Journey](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/understanding-the-journeys-personal-stories-of-managing-tinnitus/garys-journey/) - Why I’m Leaving a Legacy to the American Tinnitus Association By Gary Reul In 1994, my wife and I were enjoying another warm day traveling through the Everglades when I spotted a sign that read “AIR BOAT RIDES.” I had seen these boats in movies, skimming across the water off into the sunset or some
- [Evelyn’s Journey](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/understanding-the-journeys-personal-stories-of-managing-tinnitus/evelyns-journey/) - The Tinnitus Tipping Point: Stress My Journey with Diminished Hearing By Evelyn Randall In 1989, I was a stay-at-home mom with three children and was overwhelmed by the endless decisions involved in building a new home with my husband. When the ringing in my ears started, I thought the noise was temporary, so I carried
- [Lynn’s Journey](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/understanding-the-journeys-personal-stories-of-managing-tinnitus/lynns-journey/) - The Times I Was Almost Glad I Had Tinnitus… Almost By R. Lynn Lovejoy For as long as I can remember, I have had tinnitus. As a child, I was plagued by ear infections. I was so skinny and sickly as a child, the school nurse worried I was undernourished. I came from a lower
- [Rich’s Journey](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/understanding-the-journeys-personal-stories-of-managing-tinnitus/richs-journey/) - Hearing Aids Restore Nature’s Joyful Sounds By Rich Patterson Sometimes change happens as quickly as flipping a light switch. One moment it’s dark. A second later, brightness fills the room. Other changes creep up so subtly that it’s hard to notice them at all. That’s what happened to my hearing acuity. It probably started years
- [Kathy’s Journey](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/understanding-the-journeys-personal-stories-of-managing-tinnitus/kathys-journey/) - The Search for the Elusive Cure for Both Lyme and Tinnitus By Joy Onozuka Long before Lyme disease became a household word and increasingly important public health problem, Kathy Olson knew its ravages first hand. "I've had chronic pain since I was 16 years old, but nothing ever pointed to a reason in test results,"
- [Janet’s Journey](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/understanding-the-journeys-personal-stories-of-managing-tinnitus/janets-journey/) - The Spectrum of Hearing Loss, Tinnitus, and Constant Fatigue By Joy Onozuka For 25 years, Janet Rosen compensated for hearing loss through hearing aids. That all changed one morning in June 2013, when she woke up completely deaf and trapped by raging tinnitus in her home in West Bloomfield, MI. “It was horrific,” said Rosen,
- [Tina’s Journey](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/understanding-the-journeys-personal-stories-of-managing-tinnitus/tinas-journey/) - An Emergency Left Behind By Joy Onozuka Sirens blared in the background, causing Tina Powis-Dow to lose her train of thought as she sat in her kitchen thinking about the day ahead. “All of a sudden, I realized it was coming from me,” she said, describing the moment in the fall of 2014 as a
- [Dave’s Journey](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/understanding-the-journeys-personal-stories-of-managing-tinnitus/daves-journey/) - The Sudden Loss of Silence By Dave Zeger I’m a professional cellist who has spent over 30 years teaching and playing in Houston, TX, without much worry about my hearing. Like other musicians, my primary concern has been overuse syndrome—in my case, my arms—due to the long hours of rehearsal and performances. That all changed
- [Randy’s Journey](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/understanding-the-journeys-personal-stories-of-managing-tinnitus/randys-journey/) - Living With Tinnitus Sudden Onset Hearing Loss By Margaret L. Brown Imagine losing almost all of your hearing suddenly and irrevocably. Now add tinnitus into the equation at a nonstop, high-pitched 9,000 Hertz and 80 decibels. The tumult that would cause in your life is unimaginable for most of us. However, it is a reality
- [Glenn’s Journey](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/understanding-the-journeys-personal-stories-of-managing-tinnitus/glenns-journey-2/) - Managing Meniere's Disease and Tinnitus Our 5th podcast features Glenn Schweitzer, a best-selling author and blogger on tinnitus and Meniere's disease. Schweitzer was a college student when the sudden onset of Meniere's disease destroyed his vision of having a productive life. He shares how this life-altering disease aggravated his tinnitus and necessitated a radical change
- [Miles O'Brien](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/understanding-the-journeys-personal-stories-of-managing-tinnitus/miles-obrien/) - From Phantom Sound to Phantom Limb Pain: Renowned Science Journalist on Living With Hidden and Visible Disabilities By Joy Onozuka Miles O’Brien, award-winning journalist and PBS NewsHour science correspondent, suggests lightheartedly that having tinnitus in some ways prepared him for being an amputee. “To the extent that there’s a certain mindset [about the condition], then maybe
- [Anthony Menella](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/understanding-the-journeys-personal-stories-of-managing-tinnitus/anthony-menella/) - Helping Others Helps Me By Anthony Mennella In 1987, while doing electrical work at the World Trade Center in New York City, another trade group that installs hung ceilings was putting up ceiling rods for a suspended ceiling. The rods are fastened using a high-powered 38-caliber ceiling rod gun. Imagine six of these tradesmen shooting
- [Ben Greenberg](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/understanding-the-journeys-personal-stories-of-managing-tinnitus/ben-greenberg/) - Lack of Compassion and Answers Motivates Researcher By Ben Greenberg, PsyD If you or someone you’re close to has a chronic medical condition, then you probably understand how it can alter the course of your life. Both my research and my experience as someone afflicted with severe tinnitus and hyperacusis affirm the challenges of communicating
- [Trudy Jacobson](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/understanding-the-journeys-personal-stories-of-managing-tinnitus/trudy-jacobson/) - Tinnitus Took Trudy From Perfect Health to Thoughts of Suicide By Trudy Jacobson Let me start off with a bang: Tinnitus made me feel suicidal.* I have always been the happiest person on Earth: no health problems, great job, lovely husband, and cute dogs. As a retired medical writer from the University of Arizona College
- [Lisa Caldwell](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/understanding-the-journeys-personal-stories-of-managing-tinnitus/lisa-caldwell/) - How Mindfulness Helped Me Create Peace With My Tinnitus By Lisa Caldwell, MA In 2005, I lost my hearing on one side and gained tinnitus in its place. Initially, I was quite fascinated by its varied repertoire of pings, squelches, whirs, and clicks. I have a very clear memory of walking home from the train
- [Yvonne’s Journey](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/understanding-the-journeys-personal-stories-of-managing-tinnitus/yvonnes-journey/) - When My Tinnitus Went Viral, Life Changed By Yvonne Sopp Two and a half years ago, a virus completely changed my life. It wasn’t named or feared or tracked like Covid-19. It was a normal bug, a common-seeming affliction, especially for someone like me who works as a preschool teacher’s aide. In fact, the only
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- [Moving Through the Noise](https://www.ata.org/moving-through-the-noise/) - Moving Through the Noise How endurance training paved the way for a psychologist to live, not just cope, with tinnitus By Phil Cromer, PhD I remember the day the sound started very clearly and very unfortunately. It was early 2021. The pandemic was still tightening its grip on the world, and my own life was
- [Seasonal Change and Tinnitus](https://www.ata.org/seasonal-change-and-tinnitus/) - Seasonal Change and Tinnitus How Allergies Can Affect Hearing and Tinnitus By Beth Field, AuD, and Becca Kane, AuD Many of us look forward to the change of seasons, which brings beautiful foliage in the fall and a dramatic burst of vibrant green and the return of flowers come spring. But for more than 50
- [Should You Consider Custom Earplugs](https://www.ata.org/should-you-consider-custom-earplugs/) - Tinnitus Q & A: Should You Consider Custom Earplugs? Answered by Juan Vasquez, AuD, specialist in musician hearing healthcare Question: Musicians' earplugs are often recommended for people in the music industry, but who else should consider using them? Answer: What should concertgoers or anyone regularly exposed to loud environments, especially those with tinnitus or sound
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- [If You Have Tinnitus but Hear Well, Do You Need a Hearing Test?](https://www.ata.org/do-i-need-hearing-test-with-tinnitus/) - If You Have Tinnitus but Hear Well, Do You Need a Hearing Test? By Robert Sweetow, PhD Originally published in the Spring 2019 issue of Tinnitus Today magazine. Many people with tinnitus question the necessity of a hearing test if their hearing seems normal. Here are four reasons why it is still important to receive
- [Hearing Through the Heart](https://www.ata.org/hearing-through-the-heart/) - Hearing Through the Heart Navigating Family Life With Tinnitus and Hearing Loss By Tom McCloud Originally published in the Spring 2026 issue of Tinnitus Today magazine. A Personal Reflection on Communication, Challenges, and Hope Families are often defined by their traditions, quirks, and cherished moments, but for my family, our story is also shaped by
- [2026 Impact at a Glance](https://www.ata.org/2026-impact-at-a-glance/) - Turning decades of experience into real progress. For more than 55 years, the American Tinnitus Association (ATA) has worked to improve the lives of people living with tinnitus through research, patient support, provider education, and advocacy. This year, that work is gaining momentum. ATA has made the largest research investment in its history, expanded its
- [Loudness Hyperacusis vs. Pain Hyperacusis](https://www.ata.org/loudness-hyperacusis-vs-pain-hyperacusis/) - Loudness Hyperacusis vs. Pain Hyperacusis Understanding the Differences, Challenges, and Urgent Need for More Research By James A. Henry, PhD, and Kelly N. Jahn, AuD, PhD Originally published in the Spring 2025 issue of "Tinnitus Today" magazine. As many as 17 percent of people have difficulty tolerating everyday sounds that do not bother others. These
- [Tinnitus Health Newsletter Issue 25](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/tinnitus-health-newsletter/tinnitus-health-newsletter-issue-25/) - The latest tinnitus news, research and support from the American Tinnitus Association Volume 25: July 17, 2026 Hearing Differently: On Screen and in Iowa City Tinnitus and sound hypersensitivity disorders, such as hyperacusis, aren't static conditions; they evolve, and so does public understanding of them. In the public arena, numerous mainstream films have
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- [Tinnitus Health Newsletter Issue 24](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/tinnitus-health-newsletter/tinnitus-health-newsletter-issue-24/) - The latest tinnitus news, research and support from the American Tinnitus Association Volume 24: June 17, 2026 Built on Your Generosity: ATA's New Era for Tinnitus Research and Care For more than 55 years, the American Tinnitus Association (ATA) has worked to improve the lives of people living with tinnitus through research, patient
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- [Tinnitus Health Newsletter Issue 23](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/tinnitus-health-newsletter/tinnitus-health-newsletter-issue-23/) - The latest tinnitus news, research and support from the American Tinnitus Association Volume 23: May 13, 2026 Better Hearing Month. Your Story. Iowa Conference. Every May, Better Hearing and Speech Month invites us to pay closer attention to hearing and communication. For those of us living with tinnitus, that focus lands close
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- [Tinnitus Health Newsletter Issue 12](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/tinnitus-health-newsletter/tinnitus-health-newsletter-issue-12/) - The latest tinnitus news, research and support from the American Tinnitus Association Vol. 12: January 12, 2025 Welcome to 2025! This year is filled with potential, and we're kicking things off with exciting opportunities for you to get involved and make a difference. Whether it's participating in groundbreaking research, sharing your tinnitus story, joining
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- [Tinnitus Health Newsletter Issue 21](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/tinnitus-health-newsletter/tinnitus-health-newsletter-issue-21/) - The latest tinnitus news, research and support from the American Tinnitus Association Volume 21: March 18, 2026 Finding community. Being heard. Feeling seen. The assumption that tinnitus is the same for everyone may be one of the most consequential misconceptions surrounding the condition. When the gap between mild and severe tinnitus goes unacknowledged,
- [Francisco’s Journey](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/understanding-the-journeys-personal-stories-of-managing-tinnitus/franciscos-journey/) - Learning to Walk with Tinnitus and Hyperacusis By Francisco Rodriguez On January 1, 1998, I woke up to a world of complete silence. At 30 years old, the sudden loss of my hearing was unfathomable, terrifying, and overwhelming. Doctors discovered a benign growth on my hearing nerve, which caused deafness in both ears. I lived
- [Cindy’s Journey](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/understanding-the-journeys-personal-stories-of-managing-tinnitus/cindys-journey/) - Teenage Hopes Challenged by Tinnitus By Cindy Zhang I am 16 years old, well-versed (-ish) in computers, strong enough to carry stacks of textbooks, and can run an eight-minute mile (if we’re generous). Unfortunately, I haven’t had a moment of silence in years. Fateful Night My tinnitus began when I was just in middle school.
- [Grieving Over the Loss of Silence](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/understanding-the-journeys-personal-stories-of-managing-tinnitus/grieving-over-the-loss-of-silence/) - Grieving Over the Loss of Silence By Shelley F. Knight Grief cannot be defined in one simple sentence, because grief is not simple. It is a vast and complex topic, with equally vast and complex presentations in terms of signs and symptoms, longevity and intensity. And grief is not exclusively triggered by death. Grief can
- [Gabriel’s Journey](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/understanding-the-journeys-personal-stories-of-managing-tinnitus/gabriels-journey/) - Music Was Magic Until the Ringing Began By Gabriel Heredia As a musician and songwriter, I listen to music a bit differently from the way people do if they don’t play music or compose. I hear the song as a whole, then tune in to a certain instrument and follow that sound to the next
- [David’s Journey](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/understanding-the-journeys-personal-stories-of-managing-tinnitus/davids-journey-2/) - Hearing Options Beyond Hearing Aids By David Swan If you’ve lived with tinnitus or hearing problems for long, you’ve probably tried a number of things to remedy the situation. I recently turned to something that I had never imagined as an option: a personal sound amplification product, or PSAP. I suddenly found myself in the
- [Find a Support Group](https://www.ata.org/your-support-network/find-a-support-group/) - Find a Support Group Tinnitus support groups provide community, educational information, and practical guidance. By sharing experiences and coping strategies in a supportive environment, participants often feel less isolated and more empowered to manage tinnitus. Groups listed here are independently run but share a common goal of fostering resilience and emotional well-being. To join a
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- [Travis Doster](https://www.ata.org/about-ata/board-of-directors/travis-doster/) - Travis Doster Chief Communications Officer, Texas Roadhouse Travis Doster is the Chief Communications Officer for Texas Roadhouse Inc. Founded in Clarksville, Indiana, in 1993, the company owns and operates over 800 restaurants in 49 states and ten foreign countries, including Bubba's 33 and Jagger's restaurants. In addition to overseeing internal and external communications, Travis is
- [Tinnitus Health Newsletter Issue 20](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/tinnitus-health-newsletter/tinnitus-health-newsletter-issue-20/) - The latest tinnitus news, research and support from the American Tinnitus Association Volume 20: February 18, 2026 Research. Community. Hope Every step forward in our mission to silence tinnitus is made possible by a community that refuses to accept the current status quo. Today, we're showcasing three areas that reflect the breadth and
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- [101 Basics](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/101-basics/) - Tinnitus 101: Evidence-Based Facts What's that Ringing in Your Ears? Embark on an enlightening journey with Marc Fagelson, PhD, ATA SAC Chair, as he explores the world of tinnitus and the auditory system. This five-minute video explores the profound experience of losing silence and the challenges it can pose to daily life. Watch the video
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- [Tinnitus and the Coronavirus](https://www.ata.org/tinnitus-and-the-coronavirus/) - Tinnitus and the Coronavirus The ATA is here for you during this unprecedented public-health crisis, which calls on each of us to take precautions to limit the spread of the coronavirus. To ensure the safety of our staff, we are operating remotely, but you can still contact us by telephone at 1-800-634-8978 or email at tinnitus@ata.org.
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- [Extreme sports didn't prepare me for one competitor: tinnitus](https://www.ata.org/extreme-sports-didnt-prepare-me-for-one-competitor-tinnitus/) - Extreme Sports Didn't Prepare Me for One Competitor: Tinnitus Can't Beat It? Befriend It By Tom Merrill My journey with tinnitus and hyperacusis literally began as a wakeup call of horrible sounds in my head and dizziness so terrible that I could hardly walk the morning after a very hot day kitesurfing in Panama. The
- [My Unexpected Tinnitus Transformation Using Internet-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy](https://www.ata.org/my-unexpected-tinnitus-transformation-using-internet-based-cognitive-behavioral-therapy/) - Can cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) help with tinnitus? Discover how CBT helped an aspiring speech pathologist tame her tinnitus. Learn about internet-based CBT.
- [Patient Navigator](https://www.ata.org/patient-navigator/) - Patient Navigator Navigating the healthcare system can be difficult, especially when dealing with a condition like tinnitus that lacks a definitive cure and differs between patients. The American Tinnitus Association (ATA) developed the Patient Navigator below to help people find the best approach for their tinnitus.
- [Does Tinnitus Bother You?](https://www.ata.org/does-tinnitus-bother-you/) - Does Tinnitus Bother You? It Might Be Time to Join or Form a Support Group By Trudy Jacobson, ATA Support Group Leader "It's only a sound, just ignore it." "At least you don't have cancer." "It's not like it's going to kill you." For those of us living with tinnitus, we hear these kinds of
- [Interventions Aimed at Tinnitus Management Matter](https://www.ata.org/interventions-aimed-at-tinnitus-management-matter/) - While Searching for Tinnitus Cures, Interventions Aimed at Management Matter By Marc Fagelson, PhD, and Heather Malyuk, AuD The effects of tinnitus, such as interference with sleep and concentration, and anxiety and emotional distress, can be difficult to predict and manage for an individual patient. These effects involve contributions from mind and body that are
- [Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Versus Tinnitus Retraining Therapy](https://www.ata.org/cognitive-behavioral-therapy-versus-tinnitus-retraining-therapy/) - Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Versus Tinnitus Retraining Therapy: Similarities and Differences By James A. Henry, PhD Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and Tinnitus Retraining Therapy (TRT) are perhaps the two best-known and studied methods of tinnitus management around the world. According to systematic reviews of the scientific literature, CBT is generally considered the method with the strongest research evidence, based mainly on randomized controlled trials.1,2 TRT is
- [Finding the Road to Neutral](https://www.ata.org/finding-the-road-to-neutral/) - Finding the Road to Neutral By Stuart Levine Clearly, shifting from complete despair after a tinnitus diagnosis to a neutral state of mind where tinnitus has no palpable effect in your life isn't an easy journey. It's a winding road filled with doubt, anger, and grieving, but with effort, reassurance, and the help of professionals,
- [Practical Steps to Support Your Loved One With Tinnitus](https://www.ata.org/practical-steps-to-support-your-loved-one-with-tinnitus/) - Practical Steps to Support Your Loved One With Tinnitus By Bruce Hubbard, PhD If you don't have tinnitus yourself, it may be hard to understand what your loved one with tinnitus is going through. Take it from me-a board-certified cognitive behavioral psychologist who's helped close to 1,500 people with tinnitus get their lives back, and
- [Governance](https://www.ata.org/governance/) - Governance ATA is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors whose actions and decisions are guided through Bylaws and Policies & Procedures. These governing documents can be viewed below. American Tinnitus Association Bylaws (Revised 2019) American Tinnitus Association Policies & Procedures Manual (Revised 2019) American Tinnitus Association Board Nominations Form FY24 Call for Nominations Open
- [Patient Reviewer Application Form](https://www.ata.org/patient-reviewer-application-form/) - Patient Reviewer Application Form Individuals interested in participating as a patient reviewer for ATA Innovative Research Grants Program should submit the application form below. For information regarding patient reviewers, click here.
- [Call for Patient Reviewers](https://www.ata.org/call-for-patient-reviewers/) - ATA Grants: Call for Tinnitus Patient Reviewers The American Tinnitus Association (ATA) is seeking patient reviewers to participate as lay experts on tinnitus, bringing their experience and perspectives to the evaluation of research grant proposals submitted to ATA's Innovative Research Grants Program. Patient reviewers provide crucial input to the panel, which consists of members from
- [Douglas Lake Fishing Tournament](https://www.ata.org/douglas-lake-fishing-tournament/) - Catch the Ultimate Entertainment Experience at the 3rd Annual Douglas Lake Celebrity Pro-AM Kickoff Party, August 27 | Celebrity Pro-AM, August 28 Bid to fish on a Boat Support a Team Sponsorships & Bobber Raffle Tickets General Donation Join Us for Music, Food, Raffles, and Fishing Alongside Celebrity Anglers, Musicians, and TV Personalities "I'm honoring
- [Expressing Pain and Hope Through Poetry](https://www.ata.org/expressing-pain-and-hope-through-poetry/) - There and Back Again: Expressing Pain and Hope Through Poetry By Ann Ramsey Throughout my life I have been an occasional poet, usually picking up my pen after waking from a dream with a pretty couplet running in my head. My total poetic output, in other words, couldn't have filled a pamphlet. But that changed
- [Michigan Study Shows Promise as New Tinnitus Treatment](https://www.ata.org/michigan-study-shows-promise-as-new-tinnitus-treatment/) - Harnessing Bimodal Stimulation to Treat Somatic Tinnitus Summary by John Coverstone, AuD Bimodal stimulation for tinnitus has been studied for years by a handful of research groups around the world and shows some promise in reducing tinnitus symptoms. One such group was led by Susan Shore, PhD, at the University of Michigan. Her lab previously
- [Preventing Noise-Induced Tinnitus](https://www.ata.org/preventing-noise-induced-tinnitus/) - Preventing Noise-Induced Tinnitus Noise-induced tinnitus can often be avoided if you take proactive steps to protect your hearing. While there are many causes of tinnitus, including medications, high blood pressure, and hormonal changes, the most common cause is exposure to loud noise. In fact, about 90 percent of people with tinnitus have some degree of
- [Join a Tinnitus Research Study](https://www.ata.org/join-a-tinnitus-research-study/) - Without Participants, There Is No Research Without participants, there can be no progress toward cures and better treatments for tinnitus. By joining a tinnitus investigation, you can help shape the future of tinnitus care and potentially help millions of people living with this persistent, often stressful, and sometimes debilitating condition. Before joining a trial, it's
- [How to Find Clinical Trials?](https://www.ata.org/how-to-find-clinical-trials/) - Expand ClinicalTrials.gov is a website maintained by the National Library of Medicine, which is part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in the United States. The comprehensive database contains information on publicly and privately funded clinical trials conducted worldwide. You can search for trials according to various criteria, including condition, location, and study phase.
- [Moving for the Mind](https://www.ata.org/moving-for-the-mind/) - < Back to Tinnitus Health Volume 9 Moving for the Mind Moderate Exercise Decreases Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Summary by Joy Onozuka Exercise triggers a biological cascade of events that improve physical and mental health, which can be helpful for those with mild to moderate depression who prefer not to take medication. Moderate exercise, in
- [Harnessing Hope for Tinnitus Recovery](https://www.ata.org/harnessing-hope-for-tinnitus-recovery/) - < Back to Tinnitus Health Volume 10 Harnessing Hope for Tinnitus Recovery Empowering Providers and People Struggling With Tinnitus By Brittany Grayless, AuD I once had two patients who were both very bothered by their tinnitus. They had very similar scores on the Tinnitus Reaction Questionnaire indicating severe distress from their tinnitus and they both presented
- [Strategies for Preserving Hearing Health](https://www.ata.org/strategies-for-preserving-hearing-health/) - < Back to Tinnitus Health Volume 11 5 Sound Strategies for Preserving Hearing Health Did you know that safeguarding your hearing and protecting against tinnitus can be as easy as using a pair of earplugs? Whether you're cheering for your favorite sports team or going to a party, protecting your ears is crucial. Let's dive
- [Making the Most of Summer Socials and Travel](https://www.ata.org/making-the-most-of-summer-socials-and-travel/) - < Back to Tinnitus Health Volume 11 Making the Most of Summer Socials and Travel By Beth Field, AuD With summer in full swing, chances are you're indulging in your favorite outdoor activities and perhaps have plans for vacation travel. From swimming to gardening to traveling, a little bit of extra preparation for these events
- [Mind-Body Management Article Series](https://www.ata.org/mind-body-management-article-series/) - Mind-Body Management Article Series Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5 Part 6
- [Finding Purpose in the Pursuit of Silence](https://www.ata.org/finding-purpose-in-the-pursuit-of-silence/) - < Back to Tinnitus Health Volume 12 Finding Purpose in the Pursuit of Silence: A Journey to Lead the American Tinnitus Association By Patrick A. Lynch, Esq., MBA To truly understand a journey, the traveler oftentimes cannot make sense of its purpose or direction until well after it has begun. This certainly has held true
- [How COVID-19 and Tinnitus Reshaped My Life and Research](https://www.ata.org/how-covid-19-and-tinnitus-reshaped-my-life-and-research/) - < Back to Tinnitus Health Volume 13 How COVID-19 and Tinnitus Reshaped My Life and Research By Anusha Yellamsetty, PhD The onset of my tinnitus was as unexpected as the pandemic that upended the world. In the early days of lockdown, I noticed a faint ringing in my ears-subtle at first, almost ignorable. But as
- [Protecting Young People from Noise-Induced Hearing Loss ](https://www.ata.org/protecting-young-people-from-noise-induced-hearing-loss/) - < Back to Tinnitus Health Volume 13 Sounding the Alarm Protecting Young People from Noise-Induced Hearing Loss By Becca Kane, AuD, ATA Tinnitus Program Advisor According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), an estimated 12.5 percent of children and adolescents have been diagnosed with noise-induced hearing loss.1 This is significant because
- [About Tinnitus](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/) - Understanding the Facts About Tinnitus Do you (or a loved one) experience a ringing in your ears that no one else can hear? If so, you are not alone.
- [Research](https://www.ata.org/research/) - Research Toward a Cure Finding a cure for tinnitus is ATA's priority. Research will help us reach this goal. ATA is the only patient-based membership association that directly funds tinnitus research. Since 1980 we have allocated over $6 million to advance tinnitus research. Tinnitus is a complicated audiological and neurological condition, with multiple triggering catalysts
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- [Healthcare Professional Tools](https://www.ata.org/healthcare-professional-tools/) - Healthcare Professional Tools What You Should Know About Tinnitus Clinical Practice Guideline: Tinnitus Executive Summary Tinnitus Care Options: Talking to Your Patients Care Grid | Video The 4 Stages of Habituating to Tinnitus Navigating the Medical System Sound Therapy Library Useful Apps Find a Therapist Helpful Products Glossary of Tinnitus Terms Understanding When You May Need
- [Types of Providers to Consider](https://www.ata.org/types-of-providers-to-consider/) - Types of Providers to Consider If you, or someone you know has tinnitus that is causing a problem, this is a great place to find help. Click here to find a provider now. You can seek help from a wide variety of health-care providers, including but not limited to, audiologists, otolaryngologists, psychologists, licensed clinical social workers, dentists,
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- [What Should I Do if My Child Complains of Ringing in the Ears?](https://www.ata.org/what-should-i-do-if-my-child-complains-of-ringing-in-the-ears/) - What Should I Do if My Child Complains of Ringing in the Ears? By Becca Kane, AuD, ATA Tinnitus Program Advisor Question: My daughter began complaining about hearing noise in her ears, which she describes as high-pitched ringing that's constant. How do I get her evaluated? Becca Kane, AuD: Tinnitus can be a symptom of
- [Bubba's 33 Dine to Donate 2023](https://www.ata.org/bubbas-33-dine-to-donate-2023/) - Bubba's 33 Dine to Donate 2023 Landing page copy to come. Donate Today
- [Why GABA may be one of the keys to understanding tinnitus](https://www.ata.org/why-gaba-may-be-one-of-the-keys-to-understanding-tinnitus/) - Why GABA may be one of the keys to understanding tinnitus Thanks to a 2021 grant from the American Tinnitus Association, Prof. Dr. Pim van Dijk & Dr. Marc Thioux are investigating how the neurotransmitter GABA plays a role in tinnitus. GABA, short for Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid, is an amino acid that acts as the main
- [Are Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids Suitable for Adults With Tinnitus](https://www.ata.org/are-over-the-counter-hearing-aids-suitable-for-adults-with-tinnitus/) - Does over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids work for adults with tinnitus? Discover how tinnitus is more than a hearing problem. Points to consider regarding OTC hearing aids, tinnitus, and hearing loss.
- [15 Things You Might Want to Know About Somatosounds](https://www.ata.org/15-things-you-might-want-to-know-about-somatosounds/) - What are somatosounds? Somatosounds are noises that originate within your body, usually from bodily functions. They are not tinnitus. Somatosounds can be traced back to a specific origin within the body.
- [Train the Brain to Tackle Tinnitus](https://www.ata.org/train-the-brain-to-tackle-tinnitus/) - Train the Brain to Tackle Tinnitus With Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness By Bruce Hubbard, PhD With an abundance of tinnitus management approaches available, it's hard to know where to begin when considering options. Increasingly, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and mindfulness are recommended. What are these approaches? How can they help with tinnitus? And how
- [Home Test](https://www.ata.org/home-test/) - Leading the Fight to Silence Tinnitus: Support, Research, and Hope for Cures The American Tinnitus Association is a public charity with one mission: alleviate the suffering of individuals with tinnitus through comprehensive support, credible information, and groundbreaking research. You're invited to join our mission. No matter the amount, every cent you give supports our mission to
- [Which Hearing Aid is Best for Tinnitus](https://www.ata.org/which-hearing-aid-is-best-for-tinnitus/) - Which Hearing Aid is "Best" for Tinnitus? Question: I recently learned that I have hearing loss, so I'm wondering, since I also have tinnitus, which hearing aid would be best? Beth Field, AuD: It may not be a clear choice when it comes to deciding which brand of amplification is the best option for you.
- [Tinnitus Health Newsletter Issue 8](https://www.ata.org/tinnitus-health-newsletter-issue-8/) - The latest tinnitus news, research and support from the American Tinnitus Association Vol. 8: September 2, 2023 This issue of Tinnitus Health highlights practical advice for those with tinnitus. Discussion around tinnitus often focuses on the big picture, whether that's finding a cure or searching for a cause. But for many people with tinnitus, the
- [Why Complete a Tinnitus Research Survey](https://www.ata.org/why-complete-a-tinnitus-research-survey/) - Expand With large data from a diverse group of participants, researchers can identify patterns and correlations, which may uncover common experiences, lifestyle factors, demographics, or other factors that should be studied further. 2. Inform Clinical Trials Expand Survey data can inform the design of clinical trials to help researchers identify relevant outcome measures that are
- [What is the Sound of Letting Go](https://www.ata.org/what-is-the-sound-of-letting-go/) - < Back to Tinnitus Health Volume 9 What Is the "Sound" of Letting Go By Gregory Warner As an audio producer and podcast host, I'm always thinking about how to bring abstract ideas down to the level of sound and story. When I was invited to produce a three-minute audio documentary (yes, I know that sounds
- [Apps for Calming the Mind](https://www.ata.org/apps-for-calming-the-mind/) - < Back to Tinnitus Health Volume 9 Apps for Calming the Mind Few people would argue that an app can take the place of a well-trained therapist who understands a patient's challenges and goals. However, apps are wonderful tools to augment therapy, foster habits that promote greater awareness of mood and breathing, and reduce the
- [ATA 2023 Research Update](https://www.ata.org/ata-2023-research-update/) - < Back to Tinnitus Health Volume 9 Research Investment Reflects ATA Mission to Create a Brighter Future for People Living With Tinnitus ATA Awards Inaugural People's Grant and 2nd Year Funding for Kent Taylor Roadhouse Tinnitus Research Grant The American Tinnitus Association Board of Directors is proud to announce funding of two grants as part
- [What Do Diets and Tinnitus Therapy Have in Common?](https://www.ata.org/what-do-diets-and-tinnitus-therapy-have-in-common/) - < Back to Tinnitus Health Volume 10 What Do Diets and Tinnitus Therapy Have in Common? By LaGuinn P. Sherlock, AuD Most of us have been on at least one diet in our lifetime, to lose weight, to manage a health condition such as diabetes or hypertension, or to simply feel healthier. As you know,
- [The Allure of the Magic Pill](https://www.ata.org/the-allure-of-the-magic-pill/) - < Back to Tinnitus Health Volume 10 The Allure of the "Magic Pill" What Science Says About Dietary Supplements to Help Tinnitus By Cláudia Barros Coelho, MD, PhD Dietary supplements appeal to patients who want a "magic pill" for tinnitus. Playing into that desire is an abundance of advertisements on the internet, on television, and
- [ATA End of Year Donations Campaign 2024](https://www.ata.org/donate-2024-eoy-campaign/) - 50 Million Americans Can't Escape the Noise. Can You Help? The AmericanTinnitus Association continues to serve our country as the ONLY charity dedicated to Tinnitus. Donate today to help fund research grants, education, our helpline operating 7 days a week, and continued support for those in need. Imagine a constant, unrelenting noise that only you
- [Tinnitus Health Newsletter Issue 13](https://www.ata.org/tinnitus-health-newsletter-issue-13/) - The latest tinnitus news, research and support from the American Tinnitus Association Vol. 13: February 28, 2025 The American Tinnitus Association Board of Directors and staff extend our heartfelt gratitude for Texas Roadhouse and Bubba's 33 and everyone who participated in the February 3 fundraiser, which raised a record-breaking $980,000 for ATA! Your generous support
- [ Self-Compassion in Managing Tinnitus](https://www.ata.org/self-compassion-in-managing-tinnitus/) - Empower Your Journey The Role of Self-Compassion in Managing Tinnitus By: Emily Hensarling, AuD Imagine being at your son's wedding, an event you've been looking forward to celebrating for many months. The bride and groom are blissful. The party after the ceremony is jubilant and loud. Unexpectedly, you find yourself seated near one of the
- [Transforming Tinnitus Through Mind-Body Medicine](https://www.ata.org/transforming-tinnitus-through-mind-body-medicine/) - Transforming Tinnitus Through Mind-Body Medicine Case Study in Integrative Tinnitus Treatment Using Mind-Body Skills Development By Sara Downs, AuD Being one of a handful of tinnitus specialists in the Midwest region of the United States, I often see people who have been struggling with tinnitus for many years and have tried numerous treatment modalities without
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- [Texas Roadhouse Dine to Donate 2023](https://www.ata.org/texas-roadhouse-dine-to-donate-2023/) - Changing the World of Tinnitus Together Donate Today The American Tinnitus Association and the Texas Roadhouse family of restaurants are excited to partner a second year in a row to mark Tinnitus Awareness Day on February 6, 2023. It's the first day of Tinnitus Awareness Week, February 6-10, and an invitation to talk* about tinnitus,
- [Texas Roadhouse Dine to Donate 2024](https://www.ata.org/texas-roadhouse-dine-to-donate-2024/) - Changing the World of Tinnitus Together Donate Today The American Tinnitus Association and the Texas Roadhouse family of restaurants are excited to partner a third year in a row to mark Tinnitus Awareness Day on February 5, 2024. It's the first day of Tinnitus Awareness Week, February 5-9, and an invitation to talk* about tinnitus,
- [Texas Roadhouse Concert Series](https://www.ata.org/texas-roadhouse-concert-series/) - ATA at Kentucky State Fair Listening with Pleasure & Purpose: Free Consultations With Musician Audiologist The American Tinnitus Association is thrilled to be part of the Texas Roadhouse Concert Series at the Kentucky State Fair where we'll be working with performers and stage crews on hearing conservation. The partnership honors the extraordinary legacy of Kent
- [Texas Roadhouse Dine to Donate 2025](https://www.ata.org/texas-roadhouse-dine-to-donate-2025/) - Together, Advancing Tinnitus Understanding Learn More Purchase a Gift Card Donate The American Tinnitus Association, Texas Roadhouse and its affiliate Bubba's 33 are thrilled to join forces for the fourth consecutive year in celebration of Tinnitus Awareness Day on February 3. Kicking off Tinnitus Awareness Week, this day is an opportunity to spark conversations* about
- [Tinnitus Health Newsletter Issue 19](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/tinnitus-health-newsletter/tinnitus-health-newsletter-issue-19/) - The latest tinnitus news, research and support from the American Tinnitus Association Volume 19: January 15, 2026 Four Ways to Amplify Our Collective Strength We're kicking off 2026 with four opportunities for you to help shape the future of the American Tinnitus Association (ATA)'s research program, educational initiatives, and patient support services. Every
- [Support Group Calendar](https://www.ata.org/your-support-network/support-group-calendar/) - Want to view this schedule in Google Calendar? View the full Support Group Calendar
- [Tinnitus Health Newsletter Issue 18](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/tinnitus-health-newsletter/tinnitus-health-newsletter-issue-18/) - The latest tinnitus news, research and support from the American Tinnitus Association Volume 18: Dec 15, 2025 Patient-Research Connections: How your Support Funds Breakthroughs Today and Tomorrow ATA's Innovative Research Grants Program is designed to advance scientific understanding of tinnitus and patient care. Stories in this newsletter, from genetic breakthroughs to one patient's
- [Will My Tinnitus Go Away?](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/why-are-my-ears-ringing/will-my-tinnitus-go-away/) - If you have questions around how long tinnitus can last, or if it goes away, start to learn about your options for relief here.
- [Financials/Annual Reports](https://www.ata.org/about-ata/financials-annual-reports/) - Financial Reports 501(c)(3) Tax-Exempt Organization The American Tinnitus Association is a public charity recognized as tax-exempt by the IRS under 26 U.S.C. §501(c)(3). FY2025 Form 990 Audited Financials FY2024 Form 990 Audited Financials FY2023 IRS Form 990 Audited Financials FY2022 IRS Form 990 Audited Financials FY2021 IRS Form 990 Audited Financials FY2020 IRS Form 990
- [Patient Tools](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/patient-tools/) - Patient Tools Measuring Tinnitus Habituating to Tinnitus Navigating the Medical System Sound Therapy ATA Podcasts Useful Apps Find a Healthcare Provider Find a Therapist Helpful Products Glossary of Tinnitus Terms Intake Process for Tinnitus Patients Clinical Practice Guideline Tinnitus FAQs Questions to Ask Your Doctor About Medicines and Dietary Supplements
- [Tinnitus Health Newsletter Issue 16](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/tinnitus-health-newsletter/tinnitus-health-newsletter-issue-16/) - The latest tinnitus news, research and support from the American Tinnitus Association Volume 16: Oct. 15, 2025 Listen Well: Hearing Health, Tinnitus Relief, and the Role of Audiology When you develop tinnitus, best practice is to see an ENT physician to rule out medical causes and an audiologist to test your hearing, since
- [Therapy and Treatment Options](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/therapy-and-treatment-options/) - Therapy and Treatment Options There are several well-established therapies for patients struggling with severe, chronic tinnitus. ATA encourages patients to embrace these tools, which can minimize the impact and burden of tinnitus. The primary objective for all currently-available tinnitus treatment options is to lower the perceived burden of tinnitus, allowing the patient to live a
- [Individual Membership](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/join-the-ata/individual-membership/) - Individual Membership An individual membership is ideal for anyone looking to manage their own tinnitus or to assist others with the condition. An individual membership receives a one-year subscription to Tinnitus Today magazine. You also will gain access to online tinnitus management tools, information on local providers and support groups, email updates and more. Join Online Now Individual Member Application.pdf
- [Tinnitus Health Newsletter Issue 15](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/tinnitus-health-newsletter/tinnitus-health-newsletter-issue-15/) - The latest tinnitus news, research and support from the American Tinnitus Association Volume 15: Sept. 15, 2025 From "Nothing Can Be Done" to a World of Possibility: Our Story of Hope, Community, and Determination We are deeply grateful to the thousands of you who took the time to respond to our survey and
- [Experimental Therapies](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/therapy-and-treatment-options/new-emerging-therapies/) - < Back to Therapy and Treatment Options New-to-Market/Emerging Therapies The search for effective tinnitus treatments continues to advance, bringing hope through a new wave of innovative approaches. Some therapies, like the Lenire and Levo devices, are available in clinics in the United States, while others remain in earlier stages of research. Below, ATA highlights some
- [FDA Approves Novel Tinnitus Treatment Device](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/tinnitus-health-newsletter/tinnitus-health-newsletter-issue-6/fda-approves-novel-tinnitus-treatment-device/) - FDA Approves Novel Tinnitus Treatment Device The FDA has approved Lenire, the first bimodal neuromodulation device of its kind, for tinnitus treatment in the U.S. The device, developed by Neuromod Devices Ltd., delivers mild electrical pulses to the tongue while playing different sounds through headphones, which stimulates changes in the brain that can improve tinnitus
- [Sound, Sleep, and Meditation Apps](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/sound-therapy/sound-sleep-and-meditation-apps/) - Sound, Sleep, and Meditation Apps ATA's Masking Sound Library Many people with tinnitus find relief through the use of sound masking. Wikipedia describes sound masking as: "the addition of natural or artificial sound (such as white noise or pink noise) into an environment to cover up unwanted sound." ATA has complied a collection of masking
- [Sound Therapy](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/sound-therapy/) - Tinnitus is a non-auditory, internal sound. But patients can use real, external noise to counteract their perception and reaction to tinnitus. Sound masking can cover the sound of tinnitus, while more advanced therapies may provide more robust relief.
- [TinnAP Program](https://www.ata.org/your-support-network/tinnap-program/) - Tinnitus Advisor Program: Talk to an Informed Professional The American Tinnitus Association understands how hard it is to find meaningful advice and guidance on coping with tinnitus. To help people struggling with tinnitus, the ATA launched the Tinnitus Advisors Program (TinnAP), which gives you the opportunity to speak with someone specialized in tinnitus care. The
- [Daniel Polley, PhD](https://www.ata.org/about-ata/board-of-directors/daniel-polley-phd/) - Daniel Polley, PhD Director, Eaton-Peabody Laboratories | Vice Chair, Basic Research, Mass Eye and Ear | Professor, Harvard Medical School Dr. Polley is a leading researcher dedicated to understanding and developing therapies for tinnitus and hearing disorders. As Director of the Eaton-Peabody Laboratories-the world's largest academic center devoted to hearing research-he pioneers studies on brain
- [Sara K. Downs, AuD](https://www.ata.org/about-ata/board-of-directors/sara-downs/) - Sara K. Downs, AuD Sara K. Downs, AuD, is an audiologist and clinical director of the Hearing Wellness Center and Tinnitus Treatment Center in Duluth, MN. She holds certifications in Mind-Body Medicine and Safe and Sound Protocol. Dr. Downs has a passion for finding innovative ways to address tinnitus, hyperacusis, and misophonia. In her over
- [Samantha Morehouse](https://www.ata.org/about-ata/board-of-directors/samantha-morehouse/) - Samantha Morehouse, AuD, CH-TM Samantha Morehouse, Au.D. and CH-TM, is the founder and owner of Tinnitus Relief + Advanced Audiology Center in Cincinnati, OH. Dr. Morehouse is a dedicated advocate for tinnitus patient care and is committed to advancing tinnitus research and education."I feel a calling to advocate for patients by educating other healthcare professionals
- [Professional Healthcare Provider Membership](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/join-the-ata/professional-membership/) - Professional Healthcare Provider Membership Professional Healthcare Provider memberships are designed for clinicians, researchers and other healthcare professionals working in the area of tinnitus and related aural and neurological conditions. Professional Healthcare Provider members receive special recognition as topical experts, as well as services catered to their professional needs. Memberships at the professional level are $75
- [Patrick Lynch](https://www.ata.org/about-ata/board-of-directors/patrick-lynch/) - Patrick Lynch, Esq., MBA Patrick is an attorney with an MBA who has over 20 years of experience in the non-profit sector, government relations and corporate law. As Chief Executive Officer for the American Tinnitus Association, Patrick leads the United States' only national public charity entirely dedicated toward providing support education and funding research in
- [Products](https://www.ata.org/online-store/products/) - Mindfulness-Based Resources for Managing Tinnitus The American Tinnitus Association does not profit from sales of any products or services purchased from the Tinnitus Store, including compensation or a percentage of sales. As there is currently no cure for tinnitus, products are intended to provide relief or improve day-to-day management of tinnitus. Listed products are those
- [Tinnitus Health Newsletter Issue 14](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/tinnitus-health-newsletter/tinnitus-health-newsletter-issue-14/) - The latest tinnitus news, research and support from the American Tinnitus Association Vol. 14: April 30, 2025 As April winds down, we're taking a deep breath in honor of Stress Awareness Month-because stress doesn't vanish with the turn of a calendar page. We also know that day-to-day stress management is important when you have
- [Joseph Trevisani](https://www.ata.org/about-ata/board-of-directors/joseph-trevisani/) - Joseph Trevisani Economic Analyst, New York, NY Mr. Trevisani began his financial career at Credit Suisse in New York and Singapore as an interbank currency trader. After returning from Asia he managed the Tokyo desk for The Bank of Bermuda in Hamilton, Bermuda. He joined the on-line financial industry in 2001 as a founding partner
- [Jinsheng Zhang](https://www.ata.org/about-ata/board-of-directors/jinsheng-zhang/) - Jinsheng Zhang Professor of Otolaryngology and Communication Sciences & Disorders Wayne State University, Detroit, MI Dr. Zhang runs a tinnitus research lab at Wayne State University, studying the mechanisms of noise- and blast-induced tinnitus and related TBI, and developing pharmaceutical and medical device solutions. He serves as principal investigator on federal and private agencies-funded projects,
- [Erin Walborn-Sterantino](https://www.ata.org/about-ata/board-of-directors/erin-walborn-sterantino/) - Erin Walborn-Sterantino, AuD Erin Walborn-Sterantino, AuD, works at Audiologic Solutions in Rensselaer, N.Y., where she provides tinnitus care that draws on multiple modalities to address the condition. She also conducts educational seminars for local physicians so they're able to provide appropriate referrals and constructive guidance to patients struggling with tinnitus. She is also certified in
- [Dan Torpey](https://www.ata.org/about-ata/board-of-directors/dan-torpey/) - Dan Torpey Dan Torpey is a Forensic Accountant, CPA, and a partner at Ernst & Young where he helps organizations build Cultures of Integrity and respond to challenging matters. Tinnitus hit Dan hard as it interfered with his work which involved flying around the world on corporate investigations while also training for a master's Weightlifting
- [Robert Travis Scott](https://www.ata.org/about-ata/board-of-directors/robert-travis-scott/) - Robert Travis Scott President Public Affairs Research Council of Louisiana, Baton Rouge, LA Scott is an author of numerous reports on state policy matters and has served on many advisory commissions addressing critical state issues. Scott formerly worked for The Times-Picayune in New Orleans and Baton Rouge, where he was an award-winning journalist for political,
- [Julie Prutsman, AuD](https://www.ata.org/about-ata/board-of-directors/julie-prutsman/) - Julie Prutsman, AuD As the owner and founder of Sound Relief Hearing Center, Dr. Julie Prutsman has dedicated her practice to treating tinnitus, decreased sound tolerance, and related hearing health issues using Tinnitus Retraining Therapy (TRT). She is a third-generation audiology professional with her grandfather entering into the field in the 1950s. Since beginning Sound
- [Gordon Mountford](https://www.ata.org/about-ata/board-of-directors/gordon-mountford/) - Gordon Mountford, CPA Healthcare Advisor, South Pasadena, CA Gordon is a seasoned industry advisor and investor focused primarily in healthcare where he has spent most of his professional services career over the past thirty years. Gordon has consulted with many of the largest healthcare systems in the United States and has served in leadership roles
- [John Minnebo](https://www.ata.org/about-ata/board-of-directors/john-minnebo/) - John Minnebo, MBA Adjunct Fox School of Business and Management, Philadelphia, PA John Minnebo studied business administration and IT in Europe followed by an MBA in International Management in the United States. He ran two start-ups before joining DuPont, where over a period of 27 years he occupied leadership roles in the United States and
- [Emily McMahan](https://www.ata.org/about-ata/board-of-directors/emily-mcmahan/) - Emily McMahan, AuD, CH-TM Emily McMahan, AuD and CH-TM, is owner of Alaska Hearing & Tinnitus Center in Anchorage. She is passionate about tinnitus patient care and audiology, dedicating considerable time to educating audiologists on evidence-based tinnitus care and how to establish a tinnitus clinic. "I want to help spread the message of hope to
- [David Hadley](https://www.ata.org/about-ata/board-of-directors/david-hadley/) - David Hadley, MBA Sales, Dropbox Inc., San Francisco, CA David Hadley has been living with tinnitus since he was 19 years old, which he developed as a result of attending concerts and playing in bands during high school and college. He lives in San Francisco, and also serves the ATA Board of Directors as its
- [Marc Fagelson](https://www.ata.org/research/atas-research-team/marc-fagelson/) - Marc Fagelson, PhD Professor, Dept of Audiology & Speech Language Pathology East Tennessee State University, Johnson City, TN Dr. Fagelson’s clinical and academic teaching centers on courses covering hearing science, audiologic evaluation, pathologies of the auditory system, and tinnitus management. He co-edited Tinnitus: Clinical and Research Perspectives, and a companion text, Hyperacusis and Disorders of
- [Stelios Dokianakis](https://www.ata.org/about-ata/board-of-directors/stelios-dokianakis/) - Stelios Dokianakis, AuD, CH-TM Dr. Dokianakis is a Board-Certified Doctor of Audiology in Holland, Michigan. He has degrees in Biomedical/Mechanical Engineering as well as audiology, with research and clinical experience. Meeting ATA founder Dr. Jack Vernon was a pivotal moment for his interest in tinnitus. His professional interests are in the areas of tinnitus, sound
- [Shahrzad Cohen, AuD, CH-TM](https://www.ata.org/about-ata/board-of-directors/shahrzad-cohen/) - Shahrzad Cohen, AuD, CH-TM Shahrzad Cohen, AuD, MS, CH-TM, is the founder of Hearing Loss Solutions and Auditory Processing Centers Corporation in Sherman Oaks, California. She received her Master of Science degree in Audiology from California State University, Northridge (CSUN) in 2001, and a Doctorate of Audiology degree from the University of Florida in 2013.
- [Jeff Bingham](https://www.ata.org/about-ata/board-of-directors/jeff-bingham/) - Jeff Bingham Jeff Bingham is the CEO and fourth generation owner of Bingham Construction in San Diego, CA. After graduating from UCLA in 1990 with a degree in civil engineering, I've been in construction ever since. Bingham was diagnosed with tinnitus at the age of 22, and has since experienced increasing symptoms of tinnitus and
- [Renew Your Membership](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/renew-your-membership/) - Renew Your Membership Continuing as a member of ATA, you will receive a one-year subscription to our magazine, Tinnitus Today. The magazine is published three times a year, and includes tinnitus resources, inspiring stories, the latest information on tinnitus treatments, and updates on current research to improve patients' lives. You will also continue to receive access
- [Books](https://www.ata.org/online-store/books/) - Books Tinnitus: Advances in Prevention, Assessment, and Management Purchase Now
- [Our History, Philosophy and More…](https://www.ata.org/about-ata/our-history-philosophy-and-more/) - Our History, Philosophy and More… The core purpose of the American Tinnitus Association is to promote relief, prevent, and find cures for tinnitus, evidenced by its core values of compassion, credibility, and responsibility. Since 1971, the ATA has been the nation's foremost and trusted organization committed to finding cures for tinnitus and improving patient care
- [Bobber Bash](https://www.ata.org/douglas-lake-fishing-tournament/bobber-bash/) - < Back to Douglas Lake Fishing Tournament Bobber Bash Raffle This year, along with our Douglas Lake Celebrity Bass Tournament, we are having a Bobber Bash Raffle Fundraiser. 1,500 bobbers are available for purchase to win some amazing prizes. Bobbers are available for online purchase until 8 pm, ET, on August 18, 2024. They can
- [Road Map To A Cure](https://www.ata.org/research/road-map-to-a-cure/) - Road Map To a Cure The Roadmap for a Cure is ATA's comprehensive, step-by-step research agenda for reaching our ultimate goal: a quiet future, free of tinnitus. Scientific progress doesn't work on a set timeline, but it does generally follow a certain cumulate progression. ATA's Roadmap for a Cure is a framework for understanding the
- [Tournament Sponsorship](https://www.ata.org/douglas-lake-fishing-tournament/sponsorship/) - < Back to Douglas Lake Fishing Tournament Douglas Lake Celebrity Pro-AM Fishing Tournament and Concert Sponsorship Celebrity Pro-Am Fishing Tournament, August 20, 2024 Acoustic Concert, August 19, 2024 Beautiful Douglas Lake in East Tennessee will be the site for two exciting fundraising events honoring Texas Roadhouse founder Kent Taylor, who struggled with severe tinnitus, and
- [Lifestyle Choices](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/lifestyle-choices/) - General wellness does not have a direct impact on tinnitus, but it can provide strong peripheral benefits that make living with tinnitus feel much easier.
- [ATA’s Research Team](https://www.ata.org/research/atas-research-team/) - ATA's Research Team Scientific Advisory Committee Marc Fagelson, PhD SAC Chair East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Jianxin Bao, PhD Duke University Durham, NC Shaowen Bao, PhD University of Arizona Tucson, AZ Carey D. Balaban, PhD University of Pittsburgh Pittsburgh, PA Julia Campbell, AuD, PhD University of Texas at Austin Austin, TX Donald Caspary,
- [Understanding the Journeys: Personal Stories of Managing Tinnitus](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/understanding-the-journeys-personal-stories-of-managing-tinnitus/) - Many people with severe tinnitus have been able to successfully control their condition. Read inspiring stories from patients and learn from their experiences.
- [Tinnitus Health Newsletter Issue 11](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/tinnitus-health-newsletter/tinnitus-health-newsletter-issue-11/) - The latest tinnitus news, research and support from the American Tinnitus Association Vol. 11: May 25, 2024 Summer is just around the corner, and so are some amazing opportunities to make the most of the season by staying active and engaged. To make the most of summer fun, this issue of Tinnitus Health has you
- [Registration](https://www.ata.org/douglas-lake-fishing-tournament/registration/) - < Back to Douglas Lake Fishing Tournament Douglas Lake Open Tournament Registration $2,000 first place! • Saturday, Sept. 16th • Safe light - 3pm Registration fee: $80 per team Location: Dandridge ramp - 199 Public Dr, Dandridge, TN Information: Start time safe light. Takeoff order by registration entry. On-site registration will also be available on
- [Why Are My Ears Ringing?](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/why-are-my-ears-ringing/) - If you experience a ringing in your ears that no one else can hear, then you are not alone. Get the facts about what tinnitus is and what you can do about it.
- [Questions on Sound Therapy](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/questions-on-sound-therapy/) - which you take responsibility for sound therapy but work in conjunction with evidence-based support and guidance from an audiologist. Grant D. Searchfield obtained his PhD from the University of Auckland, New Zealand, where he is an associate professor in audiology. He is director of the university's Hearing and Tinnitus Clinic and deputy director of the Eisdell Moore Centre
- [Ringing After 48 Hours](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/ringing-after-48-hours/) - Still Have Tinnitus After 48 Hours? It's Better to Get Help Sooner Than Later One of the most difficult periods of living with tinnitus is the first few days and weeks after it begins. Either gradually or suddenly, you realize that you are hearing a sound no one else around you is hearing. At first,
- [Tinnitus Health Newsletter Issue 10](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/tinnitus-health-newsletter/tinnitus-health-newsletter-issue-10/) - The latest tinnitus news, research and support from the American Tinnitus Association Vol. 10: December 31, 2023 New beginnings often generate a sense of hope and aspiration, which is why many of us begin a new year with resolutions. Tinnitus resolutions, however, can be tricky because goals may have hurdles and some goals may
- [Tinnitus Health Newsletter Issue 9](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/tinnitus-health-newsletter/tinnitus-health-newsletter-issue-9/) - The latest tinnitus news, research and support from the American Tinnitus Association Vol. 9: November 26, 2023 November marks a time of reflection, and we are immensely grateful for the unwavering dedication of our volunteers, the generosity of those who support our mission, and the compassionate individuals who help others navigate tinnitus or expand
- [Corporate Membership](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/join-the-ata/corporate-membership/) - ATA Corporate Engagement Program The American Tinnitus Association wishes to extend a warm welcome to companies interested in joining hands with the ATA to advance their mission. ATA's Corporate Engagement Program is committed to aligning our support with your program goals, ensuring a partnership that benefits both parties. To tailor a sponsorship package that meets
- [Is There a Magic Pill?](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/is-there-a-magic-pill/) - Medications and Tinnitus There is currently no pharmaceutical intervention to eliminate tinnitus. There are, however, therapy and treatment options that can reduce the burden of tinnitus. People experiencing tinnitus often seek pharmacological interventions through prescription drugs and dietary supplements. While there are no FDA-approved drugs to treat tinnitus, there are options to address the stress,
- [Tinnitus Health Newsletter Issue 3](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/tinnitus-health-newsletter/tinnitus-health-newsletter-issue-3/) - The latest tinnitus news, research and support from the American Tinnitus Association Vol. 3: January 13, 2023 The American Tinnitus Association is excited to share the January issue of our Tinnitus Health newsletter, a reader-friendly compilation of articles, essays, and news from our magazine that raise awareness and understanding of tinnitus. Are Over The
- [Tinnitus Health Newsletter Issue 2](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/tinnitus-health-newsletter/tinnitus-health-newsletter-issue-2/) - The latest tinnitus news, research and support from the American Tinnitus Association Vol. 2: December 6, 2022 Welcome to the American Tinnitus Association's new and free Tinnitus Health newsletter, which you are receiving as a supporter of the ATA! One of the ATA's key initiatives is education, and we hope to broaden our impact through this
- [Tinnitus Health Newsletter Issue 1](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/tinnitus-health-newsletter/tinnitus-health-newsletter-issue-1/) - The latest tinnitus news, research and support from the American Tinnitus Association Vol. 1: October 4, 2022 Welcome to the American Tinnitus Association's new and free Tinnitus Health newsletter, which you are receiving as a supporter of the ATA! One of the ATA's key initiatives is education, and we hope to broaden our impact through this
- [Tinnitus Health Newsletter Issue 4](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/tinnitus-health-newsletter/tinnitus-health-newsletter-issue-4/) - The latest tinnitus news, research and support from the American Tinnitus Association Vol. 4: February 9, 2023 Tinnitus awareness often begins when this unexpected sound enters your life, or that of a loved one, and doesn't fade after a day or two. The American Tinnitus Association is excited to share how meaningful care and
- [Tinnitus Health Newsletter Issue 7](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/tinnitus-health-newsletter/tinnitus-health-newsletter-issue-7/) - The latest tinnitus news, research and support from the American Tinnitus Association Vol. 7: May 18, 2023 This issue of Tinnitus Health highlights practical advice for those with tinnitus. Discussion around tinnitus often focuses on the big picture, whether that's finding a cure or searching for a cause. But for many people with tinnitus,
- [Tinnitus Health Newsletter Issue 6](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/tinnitus-health-newsletter/tinnitus-health-newsletter-issue-6/) - The latest tinnitus news, research and support from the American Tinnitus Association Vol. 6: March 17, 2023 What does meaningful change look like within the tinnitus community? For some, it's defined by public awareness of the wide-ranging severity of the condition, which would translate into physicians acknowledging the challenges and offering evidence-based information on
- [Tinnitus Health Newsletter Issue 5](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/tinnitus-health-newsletter/tinnitus-health-newsletter-issue-5/) - The latest tinnitus news, research and support from the American Tinnitus Association Vol. 5: February 10, 2023 Tinnitus awareness can be challenging to grasp if you don't have tinnitus yourself, which is why the American Tinnitus Association is bringing you the voices of those who know the struggles, as part of Tinnitus Awareness Week.
- [The Role of Diet in Tinnitus and Hearing Health](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/tinnitus-health-newsletter/tinnitus-health-newsletter-issue-7/the-role-of-diet-in-tinnitus-and-hearing-health/) - The Role of Diet in Tinnitus and Hearing Health A healthy diet and lifestyle are our best weapons in the prevention of cardiovascular disease, but what about their impact on preserving hearing health and lessening the impact of tinnitus? To explore this topic, the ATA talked to Christopher Spankovich, PhD, an expert in this field.
- [From Phantom Sound to Phantom Limb Pain](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/tinnitus-health-newsletter/tinnitus-health-newsletter-issue-7/from-phantom-sound-to-phantom-limb-pain/) - From Phantom Sound to Phantom Limb Pain: Renowned Science Journalist on Living With Hidden and Visible Disabilities Miles O'Brien, award-winning journalist and PBS NewsHour science correspondent, suggests lightheartedly that having tinnitus in some ways prepared him for being an amputee. "To the extent that there's a certain mindset [about the condition], then maybe so," O'Brien Renowned Science Journalist on Living With Hidden and Visible Disabilities
- [Seasonal Change and Tinnitus](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/tinnitus-health-newsletter/tinnitus-health-newsletter-issue-7/seasonal-change-and-tinnitus/) - Seasonal Change and Tinnitus: How Allergies Can Affect Hearing and Tinnitus By Beth Field, AuD, and Becca Kane, AuD Many of us look forward to the change of seasons, which brings beautiful foliage in the fall and a dramatic burst of vibrant green and the return of flowers come spring. But for more than 50 million people How Allergies Can Affect Hearing and Tinnitus
- [Texas Roadhouse and ATA Tinnitus Awareness Fundraiser](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/tinnitus-health-newsletter/tinnitus-health-newsletter-issue-6/texas-roadhouse-and-ata-tinnitus-awareness-fundraiser/) - Texas Roadhouse and Its Affiliate Bubba's 33 Raise More Than $800,000 for the ATA Through Tinnitus Awareness Dine-to-Donate Fundraiser Texas Roadhouse partnered with the ATA for a second year, hosting a dine-to-donate fundraiser on Tinnitus Awareness Day, Feb. 6, at restaurant locations across the U.S., including at its affiliate Bubba's 33. The event commemorated the
- [The Alarm that Sparked Tinnitus and a Marital Crisis](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/tinnitus-health-newsletter/tinnitus-health-newsletter-issue-6/the-alarm-that-sparked-tinnitus-and-a-marital-crisis/) - The Alarm that Sparked Tinnitus and a Marital Crisis By Stuart Levine It began with a loud shrieking beep. And then another. And then two more. Who could've ever predicted that a 30-year marriage filled with love, trust, friendship, and too many wonderful moments to count would nearly be destroyed by a smoke alarm? Over
- [Measuring Tinnitus](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/why-are-my-ears-ringing/measuring-tinnitus/) - Learn about some of the tests and assessments that professionals use when evaluating tinnitus in patients.
- [General Wellness](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/therapy-and-treatment-options/general-wellness/) - < Back to Therapy and Treatment Options General Wellness The perceived intensity of tinnitus can fluctuate depending on many factors - including the patient's overall well-being. There are simple things patients can do that may alleviate some of the burden. Patients can engage in lifestyle and wellness activities to improve the perceived intensity of their
- [Audiological](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/therapy-and-treatment-options/audiological/) - < Back to Therapy and Treatment Options Audiological Tinnitus can be associated with conditions that occur in all areas of the auditory system, including external (earwax), middle ear (ear infection, otosclerosis, vascular problems), and inner ear (circulatory disorders, noise-induced hearing loss, ototoxic medications). To rule out an underlying medical condition, such as tumors (rare) and
- [Medications](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/therapy-and-treatment-options/medications/) - < Back to Therapy and Treatment Options Medications There are currently no FDA-approved drugs specifically for tinnitus. However, there are pharmacological options to address the stress, anxiety, and depression that are caused by (and can sometimes exacerbate) tinnitus. There are no medications that have been shown to reverse the neural hyperactivity that is thought to
- [Hearing Aids / Masking Devices](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/therapy-and-treatment-options/hearing-aids-masking-devices/) - < Back to Therapy and Treatment Options Hearing Aids / Masking Devices Hearing Aids Hearing aids can be classified as a type of sound therapy because they augment external noise as a way of increasing auditory stimuli and diverting attention from the perception of tinnitus. People often mistake that loud tinnitus, rather than hearing loss,
- [Behavioral Therapies](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/therapy-and-treatment-options/behavioral-therapies/) - < Back to Therapy and Treatment Options Behavioral Therapies Tinnitus can trigger strong, negative emotions, including anxiety, depression, and anger. Patients can learn to control their emotional reactions and thereby disassociate tinnitus from burdensome negative behavioral responses. Cognitive (adj. form of cognition) - involving or related to the functions of attention, knowledge, memory, judgement, reason, and
- [TMJ Treatments](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/therapy-and-treatment-options/tmj-treatments/) - < Back to Therapy and Treatment Options TMJ Treatments In some cases, tinnitus is caused by physiological functions or disorders within the body. In these less-common situations, addressing the baseline physical cause can eliminate or drastically reduce tinnitus symptoms. In a vast majority of cases, tinnitus is caused by hearing loss and is a phantom
- [Other Hearing Conditions](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/why-are-my-ears-ringing/other-hearing-conditions/) - In this article we explore health conditions related to tinnitus. Find a list of health issues most frequently associated with ringing in the ears.
- [Who Should I See for Help?](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/why-are-my-ears-ringing/who-should-i-see-for-help/) - Want to get started on the road to successful tinnitus management? Read about the kinds of healthcare providers that can offer you help managing tinnitus here.
- [Causes](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/why-are-my-ears-ringing/causes/) - What causes tinnitus? In this article we go over the symptoms of this condition and why some people have ringing in their ears.
- [Our History](https://www.ata.org/about-ata/our-history/) - Our History For over four decades, ATA has been the primary resource for tinnitus patients around the country. 1971 - ATA came about through the efforts of Charles Unice, M.D. 1975 - The first ATA newsletter is sent out to members in April. The newsletter notes that, "There are about 95 members of ATA." 1976 - ATA forms
- [Mission and Core Values](https://www.ata.org/about-ata/mission-and-core-values/) - Mission The American Tinnitus Association (ATA), headquartered in Vienna, VA has been a publicly supported 501(c)3 organization since 1971, with its Scientific Advisory Committee representing the top researchers in the field. The core purpose of the American Tinnitus Association is to promote relief, prevent, and eventually find cures for tinnitus, evidenced by its core values
- [Press Room](https://www.ata.org/about-ata/press-room/) - Press Room
- [Avril Genene Holt](https://www.ata.org/research/atas-research-team/avril-genene-holt/) - Wayne State University, Detroit, MI Avril Genene Holt, PhD, is an Associate Professor and Director in the Department of Ophthalmology, Visual and Anatomical Science at Wayne State University School of Medicine. Her research in the field of auditory neuroscience has included studies of the anatomy, physiology, neurochemistry and gene expression of the central auditory system.
- [Fatima Husain](https://www.ata.org/research/atas-research-team/fatima-husain/) - University of Illinois, Champaign, IL Dr. Fatima Husain has degrees in computer science and cognitive neuroscience, with postdoctoral training at the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD) on brain imaging and auditory neuroscience. Since 2008, the major focus of her research has been on tinnitus and hearing loss. She has published 24
- [Christopher Cederroth](https://www.ata.org/research/atas-research-team/christopher-cederroth/) - Karolinska Institute, Stockholm, Sweden Christopher R. Cederroth received his PhD degree in 2009 from the University of Geneva, Switzerland, where he investigated the molecular mechanisms of endocrine disruption on sexual development, reproduction and metabolism. His PhD work was awarded both the national Endocrinology Prize and the Denber-Pinard Prize, and led to the creation of a
- [Sarah Theodoroff, PhD](https://www.ata.org/research/atas-research-team/sarah-theodoroff/) - Sarah Theodoroff, PhD Sarah Theodoroff, PhD is a US Government Researcher and an Associate Professor in the Department of Otolaryngology-HNS at Oregon Health & Science University. Her research focuses on auditory complaints presented in the clinic that are not adequately captured by the standard test battery nor effectively treated. Her work is informed by her
- [LaGuinn Sherlock, AuD, CH-TM](https://www.ata.org/research/atas-research-team/laguinn-sherlock/) - LaGuinn Sherlock, AuD, CH-TM LaGuinn Sherlock, Au.D., CCC-A, CH-TM is an experienced Doctor of Audiology, currently working at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. Driven by her personal experience with hearing loss and tinnitus, she has spent over 30 years providing empathetic clinical care. Her experience with the civilian and military populations has facilitated a
- [Jay Piccarillo](https://www.ata.org/research/atas-research-team/jay-piccarillo/) - Jay Piccarillo Dr. Piccirillo is a Professor (Investigator Track) of Otolaryngology, Medicine, Biostatistics, and Occupational Therapy at Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine and Vice Chair for Research and Director of the Clinical Outcomes Research Office for the Department of Otolaryngology - Head & Neck. He joined the faculty at Washington University in
- [2022 Innovative Research Grants Program Application Cycle Open](https://www.ata.org/research/2022-innovative-research-grants-program-application-cycle-open/) - 2022 Innovative Research Grants Program Application Cycle Open The ATA is pleased to announce that the 2022 ATA Innovative Research Grants Program application cycle is open. Applications (instructions below) are being accepted now through May 1, 2022, 5:00pm ET. All applications must be submitted through ProposalCentral. As the only non-profit patient advocacy organization committed exclusively to advancing the tinnitus research field nationally as
- [Tricia Scaglione](https://www.ata.org/research/atas-research-team/tricia-scaglione-2/) - Tricia Scaglione, AuD Asst. Professor/Clinical Audiologist University of Miami, Plantation, FL Dr. Scaglione is the Director of the Tinnitus and Sound Sensitivities Clinic and Co-Director of Clinical Education in Audiology for the University of Miami Department of Otolaryngology. She additionally serves as the Lead Audiologist for UHealth in Plantation, FL. Dr. Scaglione is an Assistant
- [Apps](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/patient-tools/apps/) - Useful Apps for Tinnitus Management The ATA does not endorse any products or services. The apps listed below represent a limited selection of ones that tinnitus patients and their healthcare providers find helpful. Before subscribing, it is recommended check the app's cancellation and data privacy policies. Sound Therapy myNoise Oticon Tinnitus Sound Relax Melodies Resound
- [Headquarters](https://www.ata.org/about-ata/headquarters/) - Headquarters Membership, Gifts, Technical Support To become an ATA member, renew or reactivate your membership, get help setting up an online account or logging into the website, replace a missing or damaged Tinnitus Today magazine, order a back issue, donate or make a monthly sustaining donation, change your address, or subscribe to the ATA email
- [Michael Hoffer](https://www.ata.org/about-ata/board-of-directors/michael-hoffer/) - Michael Hoffer, MD Professor of Otolaryngology and Neurological Surgery University of Miami, Miami, FL Dr. Hoffer came to his current position after a military career of over 20 years, which he studied hearing loss, tinnitus, vestibular disorders, and mild Traumatic Brain Injury (mTBI) on active duty service members. Dr. Hoffer is a clinician-scientist who performs
- [Melissa Wikoff](https://www.ata.org/about-ata/board-of-directors/melissa-wikoff/) - Melissa Wikoff, AuD Audiologist & Owner Peachtree Hearing, Atlanta, GA Dr. Wikoff received her Doctor of Audiology (AuD) degree from Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine’s Program in Audiology and Communication Sciences. She earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Speech and Hearing Science from the University of Maryland, College Park, where she
- [Ron Zagel](https://www.ata.org/about-ata/board-of-directors/ron-zagel/) - Ron Zagel Owner Jonathan Stevens Mattress Company, Grand Rapids, MI A small business owner of over 46 years, Zagel joined the ATA board to offer a different perspective from the view of a non-medical individual who lives with tinnitus. He previously served on national boards in the furniture and mattress industry, and is the current
- [Shaowen Bao](https://www.ata.org/about-ata/board-of-directors/shaowen-bao/) - Shaowen Bao, PhD Associate Professor, Dept. of Physiology University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ Dr. Bao received his doctoral degree in neuroscience from University of Southern California, and postdoctoral training on central auditory plasticity at University of California San Francisco. Current research in his laboratory at University of Arizona focuses on mechanisms of tinnitus using animal
- [Mark Mennemeier](https://www.ata.org/about-ata/board-of-directors/mark-mennemeier/) - Mark S. Mennemeier Professor & Director of the Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation Laboratory University of Arkansas, Little Rock, AR Dr Mennemeier has been instrumental in developing rTMS interventions for tinnitus and addiction. He is the Director of the Neuroscience Track of the Graduate Program in Biomedical Sciences at UAMS and the Director of the PhD program
- [Maria Rubio](https://www.ata.org/about-ata/board-of-directors/maria-rubio-2/) - Maria Rubio, PhD, MD Associate Professor, Depts. Of Neurobiology and Otolaryngology University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA Originally from Spain, Dr. Rubio obtained her Medical (1990), MS (1990), and Ph.D. (1994) degrees (University of Alicante School of Medicine and Institute of Neuroscience). In 1994, she was awarded a Fogarty International Postdoctoral Fellowship at the National Institute of
- [LaGuinn Sherlock](https://www.ata.org/about-ata/board-of-directors/laguinn-sherlock/) - LaGuinn Sherlock, AuD Clinical & Research Audiologist Army Public Health Center at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center With over 25 years of experience in the field of audiology, Dr. Sherlock has worked with thousands of patients with a primary complaint of tinnitus, starting at the University of Maryland Medical Center, home of one of
- [Jill Meltzer](https://www.ata.org/about-ata/board-of-directors/jill-meltzer-2/) - Jill Meltzer, AuD Audiologist North Shore Audio-Vestibular Lab, Highland Park, IL Dr. Meltzer has been an audiologist for over 40 years and spent a good deal of those years interested in, as well as working with people with tinnitus. She began her professional life in New Orleans Louisiana, but moved back home to the Chicago
- [Jeremy Turner](https://www.ata.org/about-ata/board-of-directors/jeremy-turner-2/) - Jeremy G. Turner, PhD Assistant Professor Illinois College & Turner Scientific, Jacksonville, IL Dr. Turner is an auditory neuroscientist who specializes in animal models of hearing loss, tinnitus (ringing in the ears), hyperacusis (stronger than normal responses to sounds), and presbycusis (age-related hearing problems). He also specializes in environmental noise and vibration as stressors for
- [Jeannie Karlovitz](https://www.ata.org/about-ata/board-of-directors/jeannie-karlovitz/) - Jeannie Karlovitz, AuD Audiologist ENTACC and Advanced Hearing Solutions, Exton, PA Dr. Karlovitz specializes in the management of tinnitus, hyperacusis, and misophonia. She earned a BA from UMD in December 1987, a MA from the UMD in May 1990, and her AuD from Salus University in April 2009. She is a member of the American
- [Fan‐Gang Zeng](https://www.ata.org/about-ata/board-of-directors/fan‐gang-zeng-2/) - Fan‐Gang Zeng, PhD Professor University of California at Irvine, Irvine, CA Fan-Gang Zeng is a leader in hearing science and technology, with 268 publications, 13,071 citations and an h-index of 54 (Google Scholar, August 8, 2019). He is the Editorial Board Chairman for The Hearing Journal and Advisor for National Deafness and Other Communication Disorders
- [Bar-Giora Goldberg](https://www.ata.org/about-ata/board-of-directors/bar-giora-goldberg-2/) - Bar-Giora Goldberg Scholar and entrepreneur San Diego, CA Goldberg received his BSc and MSc from the Technion, Haifa; in Electrical Engineering and Communication Theory. Along with co-founding two US venture-funded technology companies and publishing more than 25 US patents, he was a member of the team that developed Pillcam, the swallowable gastrointestinal capsule that transmits
- [Richard Tyler](https://www.ata.org/research/atas-research-team/richard-tyler/) - Richard Tyler, PhD Staff Scientist Phychoacoustician/Audiologist, Scientist in Charge Professor, Communication Sciences & Disorders, Professor, Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA Dr. Tyler trained as a clinical Audiologist and then as a Psychoacoustician. He has worked initially at the Institute of Hearing Research in the United Kingdom and is
- [Theodore Tureski](https://www.ata.org/about-ata/board-of-directors/theodore-tureski/) - Theodore Tureski Research Boston Children’s Hospital, Boston, MA Turesky became involved in tinnitus through his work with Josef Rauschecker at Georgetown University in Washington DC, which spurred him to start a support group for tinnitus sufferers in DC, which he led for seven years. Ted received his graduate training from Guinevere Eden and the Interdisciplinary
- [Roland Schaette](https://www.ata.org/research/atas-research-team/roland-schaette-2/) - Roland Schaette, PhD Associate Professor of Computational Auditory Neuroscience UCL Ear Institute, London, England Dr. Schaette has been working at the UCL Ear Institute since 2008. Before joining the Ear Institute, Roland did his PhD in Theoretical Biophysics at Humboldt Universität zu Berlin under the supervision of Richard Kempter. The main goal of his research
- [Grant Searchfield](https://www.ata.org/research/atas-research-team/grant-searchfield-2/) - Grant D. Searchfield, PhD Director, Hearing and Tinnitus Clinic University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand Dr. Searchfield has been an audiologist since 1994 and obtained his Doctorate in Audiology in 2004. He is the clinical director of the University of Auckland’s Hearing and Tinnitus Clinic, scientific director of Tinnitus Tunes, a tinnitus treatment website, and
- [Carey Balaban](https://www.ata.org/research/atas-research-team/carey-balaban/) - Carey D. Balaban, PhD Professor, Dept. of Otolaryngology University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA Dr. Balaban earned his bachelor’s degree in History at Michigan State University and his PhD in Anatomy from the University of Chicago. After postdoctoral training at the University of Tokyo, Dr. Balaban served as an Assistant Professor in Medicine at the Pennsylvania
- [Talk to a Tinnitus Professional](https://www.ata.org/your-support-network/talk-to-a-tinnitus-professional/) - Talk to a Tinnitus Professional The American Tinnitus Association understands how hard it is to find meaningful advice and guidance on coping with tinnitus. To make sure that you're aware of evidence-based tools and options for managing tinnitus, we offer free 15-minute consultations with licensed audiologists specialized in tinnitus care. This service is not intended
- [Telephone Support](https://www.ata.org/your-support-network/telephone-support/) - Telephone/Email Support Use this listing to find a Telephone or Email Support volunteer. These volunteers are available by phone or email to provide non-medical support to tinnitus patients who need a listening ear. Volunteers are listed alphabetically by state, but you are welcome to call volunteers outside of your geographic region, as well (except where
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- [Tinnitus FAQ's](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/patient-tools/tinnitus-faqs/) - < Back to Patient Tools Tinnitus FAQ's Putting Fears About Drugs and Aggravating Tinnitus into Perspective Patient-Provider Partnerships Lead to Better Outcomes Tinnitus Decision Aid Tinnitus Care Options If You Have Tinnitus but Hear Well, Do You Need a Hearing Test? Musicians Should Invest In Custom-Fit High-Fidelity Earplugs Q and A: Strategies for Living with
- [Patient Resources](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/patient-tools/patient-resources/) - Patient Resources Patient Navigator 4 Stages of Habituation Referral Flowchart
- [Support Group Handbook](https://www.ata.org/your-support-network/support-group-handbook/) - Support Group Handbook Support Group Handbook
- [Tinnitus & Hyperacusis Glossary](https://www.ata.org/about-tinnitus/patient-tools/tinnitus-hyperacusis-glossary/) - Tinnitus & Hyperacusis Glossary
- [Clinical Trials](https://www.ata.org/research/clinical-trials/) - Clinical Trials ClinicalTrials.gov is a database of privately and publicly funded clinical studies conducted around the world. Enter "tinnitus" under the box "Condition or disease" to pull up tinnitus-related trials.

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