How is CAPD diagnosed?
There are a number of tests that are used to diagnose the presence of CAPD. Usually, these tests require that a child repeat words, phrases, or tonal sequences when the test signal is presented in the at the same time as a competing messages (background noise) or when the signal has been filtered to eliminate some frequencies from the normal spectral content. Sometimes, children are asked to repeat separate but simultaneous messages directed to each ear. The use of an auditory trainer allows the child to focus his/her attention on the teacher and to reduce the interference of background noise. The child’s scores on the tests are compared to normative scores that have been gathered from children of the same age who do not have CAPD. What strategies can be used to help a child with CAPD? Most of the strategies listed below are designed to maximize the child’s strengths and to not overload the child. Some strategies may work better than others. Please be flexible and discover which strate
