Age and Gender differences in perceptions and health impacts of noise in an academic environment

Abstract

This study assessed age and gender differences in the perceptions and health impacts of noise exposure within the University of Lagos main campus. An opinion pool of staff and students (male and female) was sampled with an online questionnaire survey that inquired about the likely contributory sources of noise, and health impacts. The findings revealed that the perceptions of the impact of noise exposure were generally similar irrespective of gender, but varied by age group. This study provides crucial insights to inform the knowledge-based formulation of policies and regulations for noise abatement and control.