“Since they're still learning and developing even a mild hearing loss can have devastating consequences on their hearing and their ability to socialize and achieve academically.”
“Many kids who are using this type of technology are plugging virtual rock concerts into their ears. Parents, grandparents and all other significant adults in our children's lives need to be aware of the risk and make sure the children are, too.”
“It's hard to know that I'm listening to something that's louder than 85 decibels, but if I have earphones on and I can't hear someone talking to me without having to have them shout at me, then I'm putting myself at risk.”