Ear damage from headphones happens faster than you think
Auditory health and the hidden cost of headphones Specialists treating auditory decline say the volume levels many people consider normal often exceed safe thresholds for personal listening devices. Sustained exposure to sound above eighty five decibels, a level easily reached on standard headphones at moderate volume, can begin damaging delicate structures within the ear after […]
The 60-60 headphone rule that could save your hearing
Headphones are everywhere. From busy subway commutes to afternoon gym sessions, over-ear models and wireless earbuds have become a near constant companion for millions of smartphone users. But as convenient and enjoyable as they are, prolonged use especially at high volumes carries a health risk that many people do not take seriously enough, permanent hearing […]
Why headphones might help with ADHD
There may be one thing that can help people who have ADHD focus while studying or completing work tasks: headphones. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention defined people who have attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder as those who have difficulty concentrating in distracting environments like shared office spaces. Distractions can include a ringing phone, overheard small talk […]