Information: Central Auditory Processing Disorder
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Definition:
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Central auditory processing disorder (CAPD) is an inability or limited ability to pay attention, recognize, tell the difference, remember or comprehend auditory information. A person with CAPD can have normal intelligence and hearing.
This definition is from Crisis Counseling .
Diagnosis
Central auditory processing disorder is acknowledged to be a major cause of dyslexia.
CAPD is one of the most difficult processing disorders to detect and diagnose, it may sometimes be misdiagnosed as ADD, ADHD, Asperger Syndrome, and other forms of autism, but it may also be a large aspect of those conditions if it is considered a significant part of the overall diagnosis.
This information was derived from Wikipedia
Causes:
The causes of CAPD are often unknown or debated. They might include head trauma, recurring ear infections, lead poisoning, or possibly none of these.
This information is derived from Brain Training
Characteristics:
From the Schwab Learning Center, children with auditory processing disorder have been observed to:
- Have trouble paying attention to and remembering information presented orally.
- Have problems carrying out multistep directions.
- Have poor listening skills.
- Need more time to process information.
- Have low academic performance.
- Have behavior problems.
- Have language difficulty. (e.g., they confuse syllable sequences and have problems developing vocabulary and understanding language)
- Have difficulty with reading, comprehension, spelling, and vocabulary.
Awareness
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- Identify and develop an appreciation for each persons strengths and accomplishments.
- Become aware of the effect on daily activities.
Viewpoint
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Needs and Solutions
Treatment:
CAPD is difficult to evaluate and much research is still needed to understand CAPD and what can be done to help children and adults with this disorder. Several strategies have been developed to help children with CAPD. Some are available, but have not been fully studied.
These include:
- Auditory Trainers
- Environmental Modifications
- Language Building
- Auditory Memory Enhancement
- Auditory Integration Training
More Information
Organizations and websites that provide information about Central Auditory Processing Disorder:
ADD ADHD Advances: CAPD is written by a doctor who is also a father and educator of two children with ADD.
This page has helpful information about CAPD. The program is a product that requires purchasing, however there is helpful information on the website.
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