"New Study Warns of Irreversible Hearing Damage Risk for Video Gamers"

A new scientific review published in the British Medical Journal Public Health suggests that gaming for extended periods of time may put players at risk of permanent hearing loss and tinnitus. The review, which analyzed 14 peer-reviewed studies, found that gaming could be a common source of unsafe listening, potentially placing individuals worldwide at risk. However, the findings are not conclusive, and further research is needed to explore the relationship between gaming and hearing issues. The review serves as a scoping study, identifying gaps in knowledge that could be addressed by future research, and emphasizes the need to promote safe listening and inform gamers of potential long-term dangers.