Suicidality in Individuals With Hearing Loss: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

To evaluate the prevalence of suicidality, including suicidal ideation and attempts, in individuals with any type of hearing loss compared to individuals without hearing loss, and to assess risk factors for suicidality in this population.

Data sources

CINAHL, Cochrane Review, PubMed, Scopus, and PsycINFO through March 25, 2025.

Review methods

Two investigators independently performed the search, screened abstracts, and selected publications for data extraction. Studies that assessed hearing loss and at least one suicidality measure in individuals aged 16 years or older were included for fixed and random-effects meta-analyses (proportions, continuous measures, relative risks [RR]). Depression and social isolation were also assessed.

Results

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SUBMITTER: Chau IJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12948401 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature