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Central Auditory Processing Disorder

Information for parents on diagnosing, treating, and raising a child with Central Auditory Processing Disorder (CAPD).
First Five Things to Do After Your Child Is Diagnosed with Central Auditory Processing Disorder
A handful of easy, quick suggestions to help you get a fast start on helping your child diagnosed with CAPD.
Before You Look for Information on CAPD
Start with these recommended resources for finding facts, strategies, and advice on parenting children with Central Auditory Processing Disorder (CAPD).
Preparing the School for Your Child with CAPD
School can be a difficult place for children with auditory processing problems, full of academic, social, and behavioral misunderstandings. Let the school know what your child needs to be succeed with these tips and printouts.
What Is Central Auditory Processing Disorder?
A definition of CAPD, with a link to more information.
What Is Auditory Processing Disorder?
A definition of APD, with a link to more information.
Central Auditory Processing Disorder
An overview for parents from KidsHealth.org.
Living and Working with a Central Auditory Processing Disorder
An audiologist explains the problem, suggests ways parents and teachers can help, and gives advice about working with audiologists. From the LD Online site.
Auditory Processing Disorder in Children
An overview of auditory processing problems from the Schwab Learning site.
Simulation of Auditory Processing Problems
Lengthy article helps parents understand children's struggles with various auditory processing difficulties by presenting words or song lyrics the way their children would perceive them. From the National Coalition on Auditory Processing Disorders.
AuditoryProcessing
Large and active e-mail discussion group on auditory processing and auditory neuropathy, with 1,400 members and an average of 300+ messages a month.
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