The Cognitive and Psychological Dimensions of Tinnitus: Why Audiologists Must Look Beyond the Ear
Tinnitus is frequently characterized as a phantom auditory sensation—such as buzzing, ringing, or humming—experienced in the absence of an external stimulus. For decades, audiologists and otolaryngologists regarded it largely as an auditory disorder. However, over time, a more intricate understanding has developed: tinnitus extends beyond mere auditory perception. The subject pertains to the brain, cognition,…