Patient preferences in tinnitus outcomes and treatments: a qualitative study

Figures & data

Figure 1. Tinnitus outcome preferences.

Figure 2. Tinnitus treatment preferences.

Table 1. Interview topic guide.

Topic and suggested questions
Help – seeking background:
Tell me about how you came to seek help with tinnitus.
Decision making:
What decisions have you had to make in regard to managing tinnitus?
Tell me about the decisions you have made.
Information:
What information have you had about your tinnitus?
How has information influenced what you do about your tinnitus?
Preferences:
What would you say to a friend with tinnitus?
What are you hoping for in treatment?
What are your preferences for how you receive treatment?
Where would you like to receive help? Does it matter how or in which location?
What support would you prefer?
What would be really unhelpful to you and why?