Tinnitus in Children and Adolescents

Childhood tinnitus remains an under-researched topic area, though clinical and research interest in increasing. The literature indicates that childhood experiences of tinnitus are broadly as common as they are in adults and that in some cases it can be severe. There is an urgent need for age-appropriate and validated assessment and outcome measure tools to support progress in this important area of tinnitus.Graphical AbstractA graphical abstract. Labels read tinnitus is common and can be severe, take it seriously if a child speaks about it, consistent criteria is needed to determine impact, and more data needed for understanding. The management strategies are explanation, reassurance, sound enrichment, and C B T.