Publications by authors named "Kathryn Ladner"
Purpose: The goal of this study was to provide evidence of the inherent variability associated with monitored live voice (MLV) presentation methods and encourage audiologists to more closely follow best practice of using recorded stimuli. To accomplish the goal, administration times for word recognition testing were compared between MLV and MP3 recorded stimuli presented directly from an audiometer (computer assisted, CA). Furthermore, the variability of administration time across testers was evaluated.
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- The article discusses community-based participatory research as a way to identify barriers preventing racially minoritized groups, particularly Black adults, from accessing cochlear implants.
- It highlights how Black adults in the U.S. face specific challenges regarding cochlear implantation and emphasizes the importance of community engagement in studying these issues.
- The Memphis SOUND Project aims to investigate hearing health disparities and has begun to share insights on both the motivating factors and obstacles Black adults face in utilizing cochlear implants.