For instance, reading comprehension requires decoding skill AND understanding content at the same time. Many aspects of auditory processing dysfunction only surface in elementary school when multi-tasking comes into play. Slow start to recognizing letter sounds in words (as opposed to alphabet).Sound localization - recognizing where sounds are coming from.Separating meaningful sounds from background noise.Here are some other signs of auditory processing difficulties to look for: However, often there are no speech delays and yet APD is present. Consequently, they generally receive vigorous attention from teachers and parents. Speech and language delays are the most common early outward signs of an auditory processing problem. 1 Early Childhood and Preschool APD Warning Signs Parents and teachers may also be asked to participate in order to determine whether deficits are consistent across all settings. For student with APD their learning and reading skills may still progress, but early clues may gradually fade, and new and different clues may emerge as the student gets older.ĪPD Checklists are available to help therapists (usually SLPs) figure out whether students are presenting with auditory processing deficits that require more comprehensive assessment. Auditory Processing Disorder (APD) looks different as children get older.
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