Auditory processing disorder evaluation (available as of 7 years old)

It’s a type evaluation offered for children and adults to check for the presence of an auditory processing disorder (APD).

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What is APD?

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APD is a disorder that affects the central auditory system with a normal peripheral hearing. This means that the child can hear well, but there’s a disconnection between what you’re hearing and what the brain processes. It can translate into difficulties remembering instructions, organization of speech, or understanding a verbal message.

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APD can cause learning and/or academic difficulties.

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Consult an audiologist if your child has:

• Learning and/or academic difficulties

• Suspicion of ADD/ADHD

• Hearing difficulties in noise

• Difficulty following instruction

 

Note ADP evaluations are also offered for adults.