Which of the following is an effect of hearing loss?

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Which of the following is an effect of hearing loss?

Hearing loss often involves the inner ear, where the balance (vestibular) system resides alongside the cochlea. When vestibular input is affected, a child has difficulty stabilizing posture and maintaining balance, especially with movement, leading to decreased balance. Increased balance isn’t expected, and while some children with hearing loss may show broader sensory–motor integration delays, the direct and most common effect is reduced balance.

Hearing loss often involves the inner ear, where the balance (vestibular) system resides alongside the cochlea. When vestibular input is affected, a child has difficulty stabilizing posture and maintaining balance, especially with movement, leading to decreased balance. Increased balance isn’t expected, and while some children with hearing loss may show broader sensory–motor integration delays, the direct and most common effect is reduced balance.

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