‘Gamers’ should turn down the volume or play less to avoid hearing loss

The video game are for some people a hobby and for others a profession, but regardless of the reason why they spend so much time playing, you may be at risk for hearing loss.

That has proven to be the case the noise levels to which they are exposed gamers are larger than averageand that is potentially dangerous, especially for those who wear hearing aids.

According to a study published in BMJ Public Healththe noise levels sustained by people who spend much of their time playing video games healthy limits for noise exposure were exceeded.

But the risk increases or decreases depending on the time spent gaming. Often the time of noise exposure exceeds the recommended time World Health Organisation (WHO).

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What is the indicated noise level according to the WHO

The WHO indicates that the correct noise level applies to adults 80 decibels (dB) for 40 hours per week. This level corresponds to a doorbell or the sound of a heavy truck.

In the case of the level 85 decibelsSimilar to the passage of a train or fire sirens, adults would have to endure this alone four hours a week.

And to the 90 decibels Adults should no longer be exposed 1.5 hours per week.

If you exceed this number of hours per week, the risk of hearing loss increases significantly. Sound intensity above 90 decibels causes aggressive and violent behaviorcan lead to personality changes and mental health problems, and even muscle spasms, according to Sound project.

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But the headphones that the gamers to play They typically have a sensitivity of 80 to 125 dBthat goes beyond what is recommended to protect hearing health.

Additionally, video games usually consist of loud noises, such as gunshots, screaming, explosions, or the music itself, which increases the risk of hearing damage.

The solution: turn down the volume or play less

“The evidence gathered in this exploratory study suggests that games are probably an unsafe listening source,” the study states.

The recommendation for gamers It is then, turn down the volume on your video games or limit playing time not to expose yourself to harmful noise levels.

For this reason, you should be careful when using headphones and not hurt your ears: a billion young people are at risk of becoming deaf.

And not only because of hearing damage, but also because of other health effects that prolonged playing can cause.

Physically, hearing and mobility benefit from reducing screen time, whether playing video games or otherwise. (JO)