What are the symptoms of possible auditory processing difficulty?
Children with auditory processing difficulty typically have normal hearing and intelligence. However, they have also been observed to: • Have trouble paying attention to and remembering information presented orally • Have problems carrying out multi-step directions • Have poor listening skills • Need more time to process information • Have low academic performance • Have behavior problems • Have language difficulty (e.g., they confuse syllable sequences and have problems developing vocabulary and understanding language) • Have difficulty with reading, comprehension, spelling, and vocabulary How is suspected auditory processing difficulty diagnosed in children? You, a teacher, or a day care provider may be the first person to notice symptoms of auditory processing difficulty in your child. So talking to your child’s teacher about school or preschool performance is a good idea. Many health professionals can also diagnose APD in your child. There may need to be ongoing observation with th
