Auditory processing disorder
How your GP can help
You should visit your GP if you think you or your child may have a hearing problem such as auditory processing disorder. They may refer youto an audiologist (hearing specialist) for some tests.
Thetests used mayinclude:
- hearing tests you or your child will be asked to listen to a variety of sounds and respond to them
- questionnaires you or your child may be asked questions such as,"If a friend or family member shouts your name, do you know who is calling without looking to see?"
- electrode tests an earbud or headphones are placed in your ear and electrodes are placedon your head to measure your brain's response to sound
- speech and language assessments and cognitive (thinking) assessments
Once auditory processing disorder is diagnosed, you'll be advised about ways you can adapt to the problem.
Medically Reviewed by a doctor on 21 Dec 2018
Introduction
An auditory processing disorder is a hearing problem caused by the brain not processing sounds in the normal way. Find out about the symptoms, causes and treatments.
Who is affected?
Auditory processing disorder affects people of all ages. Many cases start in childhood, althoughit sometimes can develop in adults. Childrenwith auditory processing disorder may havenoticeable proble
What causes auditory processing disorder?
Exactly what causes auditory processing disorder isn't fully understood. Sometimes a possible underlying factor is identified, but not always. In children, the condition may occur after a persistent
How your GP can help
You should visit your GP if you think you or your child may have a hearing problem such as auditory processing disorder. They may refer youto an audiologist (hearing specialist) for some tests. Thete
Howauditory processing disorder is managed
There's currently no cure for auditory processing disorder, but there are a number of strategies that can helpyou cope with the condition. Some of these are outlined below. Auditory training You may
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