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“Raising the loudness of music, like a double shot of whiskey, elevates the intensity of the experience. […] When engaging in a group activity, human beings function as if their brains were connected. Young women who live together find that their menstrual cycles become synchronized. Similarly, rhythmic hand clapping at a concert illustrated sensory motor synchronization. Synchronized brains produce strong group cohesion and a loss of individuality, which is why the military uses marching bands and why political rallies rely on loud music. Dancing to loud music is the obvious synchronization of mind and body. Loud music synchronizes the brains of listeners." However, our ears aren’t made to sustain exposure to sounds louder than 85dB without facing some form of damage. The majority of clubs operate well above 100dBs. The result of over-exposure can often lead to a “ringing” in your ears, which indicates the hair cells in your inner ear becoming damaged. While it can take a few days for the ringing to disappear and the hair cells to recover, continued exposure can lead to permanent damage or a constant ringing in your ear (so called Tinnitus). Remember, damaged hearing or hearing loss cannot be cured, it can only be assisted with the help of a hearing aid - so consume music responsibly. Get smart about the “Don’t Lose the Music” campaign (ran by the RNID), which comes with great information for loud-music geeks. When going to a club or concert, use chill out areas to give your ears a rest, avoid being close to the speakers or consider special earplugs made for musicians. Give your ears a bit of room and time to breathe; you will need them for many years to come. Sources: Audicus Hearing Aids, Wikipedia, Barry Blesser, Ph.D, RNID