Objectives and Research Questions
The objective of this systematic review is to examine if wearing hearing aids impacts cognitive function. Current literature is critically evaluated to answer the proceeding questions:
1. Does wearing hearing aids recover cognitive function?
2. Does the span of time an individual wears hearing aids impact cognitive decline?
3. Do the manufacturer or style of hearing aids impact play a role with the change in cognitive function?
4. Is cognitive decline slowed down by the use of hearing aids?