Perceived sound localization abilities in blind individuals

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Authors

Prachi Agrawal · Johns Hopkins University

Haley Cihunka · University of Dubuque

Joseph Paul Nemargut · Université de Montréal

Walter Wittich · Université de Montréal

Chris Bradley · Johns Hopkins University

Yingzi Xiong · Johns Hopkins University

Abstract

Beyond frequently studied vision factors, hearing loss and its onset further affect perceived sound localization abilities and the likelihood of an individual being an echolocator. It is critical to consider hearing status in the rehabilitation of blind individuals for maintaining and enhancing spatial localization skills.

Topics & Keywords

Tactile and Sensory Interactions Multisensory perception and integration Hearing Loss and Rehabilitation

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Quality Education

Publication Details

Published in: PLoS ONE

Volume 21, Issue 2, pp. e0342118-e0342118

DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0342118

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