Does anyone on this group know of recommendations for hearing screening in
institutionalized mentally retarded and mentally ill individuals? I believe
that the incidence of hearing loss is greater in these groups and that their
ability to report it is less. I also believe that lack of diagnosis is more
serious and may interfere with ability to communicate, resulting in increased
loss of freedom, unnecessary medications etc. I would be interested in any
hard information to support this belief. Would appreciate responses in email
if possible.
