Losing one's hearing is LEAST likely to result in increases in:
A) social isolation.
B) independence.
C) paranoia.
D) depression.

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Hearing loss often leads to difficulties in communication, which can increase feelings of social isolation, paranoia due to misunderstandings or missing parts of conversations, and depression due to the overall impact on quality of life. It is least likely to increase independence, as individuals may become more reliant on others for assistance or to compensate for their inability to hear.

Losing One's Hearing Is LEAST Likely to Result in Increases