@article {Akins:2025:0736-2935:520,
title = "The Quietest Year-Using Film to Educate about Noise and its Health Impacts",
journal = "INTER-NOISE and NOISE-CON Congress and Conference Proceedings",
parent_itemid = "infobike://ince/incecp",
publishercode ="ince",
year = "2025",
volume = "271",
number = "2",
publication date ="2025-07-25T00:00:00",
pages = "520-526",
itemtype = "ARTICLE",
issn = "0736-2935",
url = "https://ince.publisher.ingentaconnect.com/content/ince/incecp/2025/00000271/00000002/art00052",
doi = "doi:10.3397/NC_2025_0093",
author = "Akins, Karen",
abstract = "This abstract explores the potential of film, using The Quietest Year as an example, as a powerful educational tool to promote awareness about noise and its detrimental health impacts. Film is able to engage audiences emotionally, providie a relatable narrative structure to convey complex
scientific and health information, and reaches diverse populations through accessible storytelling, thereby facilitating behavior change and deeper understanding of noise health issues, compared to traditional methods. Key points: Engaging narrative: Films can use compelling characters and
storylines to capture viewers' attention, fostering emotional connection and increasing receptiveness to health messages. Accessibility: Film can reach a wide audience across different literacy levels and cultural backgrounds, making health information more readily available. Complex issues
exploration: Films can effectively depict the nuances of health challenges, including social determinants and personal experiences, leading to a more comprehensive understanding. Behavior change potential: By presenting positive role models and relatable scenarios, film can inspire individuals
to adopt healthier behaviors and for elected officials to understand their important role. Overall, film offers a unique opportunity to effectively communicate the health impacts of noise.",
}