Auditory agnosia

A neurological condition characterized by difficulty recognizing or distinguishing sounds despite having intact hearing. People with auditory agnosia can hear sounds but may struggle to identify what they are—such as not recognizing a ringing phone, a doorbell, or environmental sounds. This condition can occur as part of dementia or following stroke or brain injury. For digital accessibility, auditory agnosia means that audio notifications and sound-based interfaces may be ineffective; visual or tactile alternatives become essential for conveying information.