THE SOUND TRAP: A GUIDE TO SURVIVE THE HEADPHONE PANDEMIC

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗽
𝗕𝘆 𝗗𝗿. 𝗦𝗶𝗱𝗱𝗵𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗵 𝗡𝗶𝗿𝘄𝗮𝗻
𝗞𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗹𝗲: 𝟏𝟎𝟕 𝗽𝗮𝗴𝗲𝘀
𝗣𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗲𝗱: 𝟏𝟒𝐭𝗵 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓
𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗿𝗲: 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵
𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗪𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴
𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿: 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓









We live in an age where sound surrounds us—traffic, construction, notifications, entertainment—creating a constant hum in our daily lives. Among these, one of the most concerning contributors to hearing damage is the prolonged use of headphones. Whether jogging, commuting, gaming, or simply unwinding, many have headphones on almost all the time, often without realising the long-term effects on our hearing.
This book offers a much-needed guide to using headphones mindfully, helping readers enjoy their favourite music or podcasts without compromising their hearing health. If you assume that a book about hearing care in the era of noise would be dry or overly technical, let me assure you—that’s not the case. The author presents the information in a conversational format between a doctor and various patients. Through this engaging dialogue, the book answers real-life questions we often overlook or hesitate to ask, making it relatable and informative.
It’s a short, accessible read (about 90–100 pages) written in simple language, ideal for everyone, especially since many of us have friends or family who constantly use headphones or listen to music at high volumes. We've all experienced moments of concern when a loved one seems unaware of the damage they're potentially causing. This book offers practical solutions and gentle guidance to help address those concerns.

One of the main reasons for picking up this book is the credibility of its author, Dr. Siddharth Nirvana, an ENT surgeon with over 15 years of experience. His medical expertise shines through, yet the tone remains friendly and approachable. I have read other works by Dr. Nirvana and find his writing consistently informative and accessible. Just as we don’t think twice about picking books on weight loss or skin care, we should give equal importance to our hearing health—something this book passionately advocates for. In summary, this is not just a book—it’s a wake-up call and one I’d highly recommend. It's well-written, easy to understand, and highly relevant to today's world.

My Rating:

5/5

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