title: [Current problems in the study of noise effects].
abstract: This article deals with three problems. First, to what extent is the equivalent noise level valid? The halving parameter, the A-weighting, the short integration time, the fast modulations of frequency and dynamic qualities of hearing--all these aspects prove to be problematic even today. Secondly, is noise noxious to our health? It is difficult to prove that noise is detrimental to our health; many people are annoyed by noise; however, only particular groups (children, the elderly, the handicapped, people who wear a hearing aid, people with heart disease) are affected as far as health is concerned, and it is these people who require special protection. Thirdly, how harmful is the personal stereo? There are numerous indications that is harmful when not used correctly. Investigations need to be made into the role of the "Walkman" in the environment of young people.
authors.affiliation: Institut zur Erforschung von Mensch-Umwelt-Beziehungen, Universität Oldenburg.
authors.forename: A
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Schick
mesh_terms: D006317:Hearing Loss, Noise-Induced / Q000209:etiology* / Q000517:prevention & control; D006801:Humans; D009622:Noise / Q000009:adverse effects*; D012307:Risk Factors; D012931:Social Environment
vernacular_title: Aktuelle Probleme der Schallwirkungsforschung.