Central Auditory Processing Disorder

Question 1

What is central auditory processing disorder?

Answer 1

The ability of the central nervous system to process incoming auditory stimuli is significantly impaired

Question 2

What are the 5 main problems areas for kids with CAPD?

Answer 2

1. Auditory Figure- Ground Problems - cannot pay attention if there is noise in the background
2. Auditory Memory Problems
3. Auditory Discrimination Problems
4. Auditory Attention Problems
5. Auditory Cohesion Problems (drawing inferences from conversations)

Question 3

By whom is a CAPD diagnosis assessed by? What age do children get tested?

Answer 3

An audiologist ~ age 7-8