Earbud Danger: Low Volume Still Harms Hearing & Mental Health

• Prolonged earbud use, even at low volumes, causes irreversible hearing damage by directly impacting delicate inner ear hair cells.
• Symptoms of damage include tinnitus (ringing in ears) and difficulty following conversations in noisy environments.
• Constant auditory stimulation from earbuds can lead to mental health issues like increased stress, exhaustion, and difficulty focusing.
• Earbuds retain heat and moisture, fostering bacterial/fungal growth, leading to ear infections, wax buildup, and irritation.
• Adopt the "60/60 rule" (60% volume for 60 minutes max) and use noise-cancelling earbuds to protect hearing and mental well-being.

Why It Matters: Conscious earbud use, following the 60/60 rule, is vital to prevent irreversible hearing and mental health damage.