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Auditory processing disorder | Main symptoms and effective treatment solutions

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Auditory Processing Disorder | Main symptoms and effective treatment strategies

Author: Mostafa Asgari Nejad
Category: auditory processing disorder

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Imagine that your ears hear the sounds perfectly, but the brain has trouble putting them together and interpreting them. Auditory Processing Disorder (APD) creates exactly the same conditions. In this case, there is no problem in the person's ear and the results of his hearing tests are completely normal. In fact, this disorder is a neurological failure that affects the way auditory information is processed in the brain and disrupts a person's understanding of speech, especially in noisy environments. On this page, we are going to examine the symptoms, causes, and management and treatment methods of this auditory processing disorder.

auditory processing disorder; Inability to interpret sounds

Auditory processing disorder (APD) is a defect in the processing of auditory information by the brain. This means that the ear receives the sound normally, but the brain has a serious problem in understanding, recognizing the differences and remembering those sounds. In fact, one cannot fully focus on speech or filter out background noises. These conditions create many communication and learning problems in crowded environments or classrooms that require high concentration.

Auditory processing disorder involves different aspects of listening performance:

Ability to hear and distinguish similar speech sounds from each other
Auto fill in parts of speech that are not clearly heard
Determining the order and duration of sounds and sequence of words
Determining the location and direction of the specific sound source
Ability to focus on individual speech in a noisy environment
Simultaneous use of auditory information received by both ears

Different signs and symptoms of auditory processing disorder

Awareness of the symptoms of auditory processing disorder (APD) is essential for timely diagnosis of this disease. This disorder is different in children and adults. For example, APD symptoms in children often manifest as difficulty understanding speech in noisy environments and difficulty following long or complex instructions. These children may have delays in phonics, reading and spelling skills, such that they cannot tell the difference between similar sounds. Also, apparent lack of attention, the need to repeat information frequently, and delayed or inappropriate answers to questions are common symptoms of this disease in children.

Auditory processing disorder in adults is usually characterized by significant difficulty hearing conversations in crowded places (such as restaurants or parties) and difficulty using the telephone. These people often repeatedly ask others to repeat what they are saying or speak more slowly, and they may have trouble distinguishing the direction of voices. Also, difficulty in remembering verbal information, interpreting the tone or pitch of the voice, as well as fatigue caused by concentrating too much to listen are symptoms of this disorder in adults.

Causes of auditory processing disorder and ways to improve listening skills

The causes of auditory processing disorder (APD) are not always clear, but genetics and hereditary factors are believed to play a role in many cases. In children, this disorder can be caused by repeated infections of the middle ear fluid (otitis media), delayed development of the central nervous system, or mild brain injuries early in life.

In adults, auditory processing disorder may also be the result of acquired brain damage (such as stroke or trauma), brain disorders in childhood, neurological diseases, or the natural effect of aging (which affects the brain's ability to quickly process auditory information).

The following solutions are suggested to improve listening skills in different environments:

Using hearing aids such as FM systems
Reduction of abnormal and disturbing sounds in the living environment
Sitting in a suitable place in school (near the teacher and away from the window)
Associate verbal commands with pictures, hand gestures or writing
Playing games to recognize small differences between similar words or sounds
Repetition of commands: ensuring complete understanding of commands by repeating them by the person himself

Why is Neurali the best clinic for the treatment of auditory processing disorder?

Neurali Center is a suitable choice for patients with auditory processing disorder (APD) because it has a comprehensive and neuroscience-based approach. Instead of focusing only on the ear, this center works directly on the brain roots of this disorder. By using advanced equipment such as brain mapping (QEEG) to accurately detect irregular brain patterns and neurotherapy treatment methods such as neurofeedback and magnetic brain stimulation (rTMS), the Nourali team can target and retrain the areas of the brain that are responsible for processing and interpreting sounds.

Some neural equipment that is effective for the treatment of auditory processing disorder:

Neurofeedback: This device is able to improve the function of cortical auditory areas and processing skills
Encephalogram (QEEG) and analyses: records brain activity and detects abnormalities in auditory processing areas; It is necessary for the accurate design of treatment protocols
Magnetic Brain Stimulation (rTMS): The rTMS device with special protocols stimulates or inhibits the irregular activity of the brain's auditory cortices and enhances the treatment
Biofeedback: This equipment helps people to reduce tension and anxiety and indirectly improves their listening concentration by improving physiological regulation

Neurali Clinic; The best choice in the path of recovery from APD

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Auditory processing disorder is a manageable condition and with early diagnosis and appropriate intervention, its impact on a person's life can be minimized. Ultimately, with individual effort, family support, and help from professionals, people with APD can achieve success in their lives, education, and social interactions. Nourali neurology clinic offers the best specialized hearing rehabilitation programs for patients by using modern knowledge, experienced doctors and modern world equipment. Our specialists in this collection will help you overcome the challenges of this disorder by focusing on accurate assessments and effective interventions.

FAQ

What exactly does auditory processing disorder mean?

Auditory processing disorder is the inability of the brain to interpret and correctly understand sound information received through the ear, while the hearing of a person with this disorder is completely healthy and normal.

Does auditory processing disorder have a definitive treatment?

There is no definitive treatment, but with rehabilitation programs and specialized listening exercises, as well as environmental changes, processing performance can be improved.