Comparing the multi-disciplinary approach utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy and sound therapy to standard audiological treatment in chronic tinnitus patients: Impact on severity reduction and quality of life improvement
Year: 2025
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: OBJECTIVE: To compare the impact of a multi-disciplinary approach utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Sound Therapy (ST) in chronic tinnitus patients. METHODS: The clinical data of 111 adult patients with chronic tinnitus were retrospectively analyzed. Patients were divided into the CBT + ST Group (CBT + ST, n = 55) and the Standard Group (standard therapy, n = 56). Baseline demographic characteristics, severity of tinnitus symptoms, audiometric measures, quality of life scores, treatment efficacy, and anxiety and depression scores were evaluated. RESULTS: Comparing with control, the CBT + ST group significantly reduced tinnitus severity scores, including Tinnitus Handicap Inventory, Tinnitus Functional Index, and Tinnitus Visual Analog Scale. Audiological measures revealed improved hearing thresholds and speech recognition in the CBT + ST group. CBT + ST also improved quality of life, with significant higher percentages of complete and partial treatment responses and lower anxiety and depression scores. CONCLUSION: Multi-disciplinary approach utilizing CBT + ST effectively reduces tinnitus severity, improves quality of life, and enhances treatment efficacy.
Language: English
Subfield: Sensory Systems
Field: Neuroscience
Domain: Life Sciences
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $3,630
OpenAlex ID: W4412507537