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There is a growing amount of data concerning the association between hearing loss and cognitive decline. Various possible mechanisms at the basis of this association have been proposed, such as the \u201ccommon cause hypothesis,\u201d the \u201ccascade hypothesis,\u201d and the \u201ccognitive load hypothesis.\u201d<\/jats:p><jats:p>Critically reviewing the data is essential to highlight the features of the relationship between hearing loss and cognitive decline. Most of the hearing tests available should take into account that dementia or even just mild cognitive impairment (MCI) may lead to poor performance during examination. On the other hand, clinicians should also remember that tests used to assess cognitive function require an adequate hearing capacity.<\/jats:p><jats:p>In this article we propose to analyze current diagnostic tests, treatment options, auditory processing, and rehabilitation strategies for hearing loss in the elderly in order to facilitate the management of this handicap in this fragile population.<\/jats:p>","DOI":"10.1007\/s40520-023-02570-0","type":"journal-article","created":{"date-parts":[[2023,10,13]],"date-time":"2023-10-13T18:02:43Z","timestamp":1697220163000},"page":"2349-2354","update-policy":"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1007\/springer_crossmark_policy","source":"Crossref","is-referenced-by-count":21,"title":["Age-related changes in auditory perception. 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