REPORT OF THE ERIKSHOLM WORKSHOP ON AUDITORY DEPRIVATION AND ACCLIMATIZATION

The terminology used in studies documenting changes in auditory perfor mance following fitting of hearing aids has been diverse. Definitions for the auditory deprivation effect and auditory acclimatization are o ffered as a first step in rationalization. Two statements summarize cu rrent knowledge concerning auditory deprivation effects and auditory a cclimatization, as well as considering the potential implications for research, field trial and clinical practice applications. Potential ar eas for future research are identified.