Auditory processing therapy programs and sound therapy products are used to help auditory processing problems.
Auditory processing refers to the way auditory information is processed in the brain. Auditory processing difficulties
are best
described as a variety of problems with the brain that can interfere with manner in which it processes sound.
Auditory processing difficulties can manifest as problems determining the direction of sounds, difficulty perceiving
differences
between speech sounds and the sequencing of these sounds into meaningful words, confusing similar sounds.
In children, auditory problems may be identified by speech and language problems, sensitivity to sounds, poor attention,
difficulty following directions, difficulty expressing oneself, difficulty with listening comprehension as well as reading comprehension,
difficulty with social interactions, or auditory self-stimulation, such as constant humming or self-talk. Children who
have had a history of ear infections or chronic middle ear fluid are at a higher risk for having difficulties in auditory
perception and processing.
In adults, auditory problems may manifest as difficulty retaining auditory information, inattentiveness, sound sensitivity,
or speech/language and voice concerns. For individuals who have hearing loss, an auditory stimulation program is important
to aid in improving the functional use of their hearing. So although actual hearing levels may remain the same (as indicated
on an audiogram).
Sound therapy, sometimes called "Psychoacoustics", refers to a range of therapies in which sound is used to treat
physical and mental conditions. One of these therapies is music therapy, which can involve a person listening
to music for conditions such as stress and muscle tension.
Because listening is such an important aspect of our daily lives, and because our auditory system has such a profound
impact on how we function, it is fair to say that anyone could benefit from an auditory stimulation program.
Music therapy programs, such as
The Listening Program®,
The Sound Health Series®, and
Music for Babies® are all
designed to be at-home sound therapy programs.
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Thursday, August 21, 2008
Auditory processing therapy programs and sound therapy products are used to help auditory processing problems.
Auditory processing refers to the way auditory information is processed in the brain. Auditory processing difficulties
are best
described as a variety of problems with the brain that can interfere with manner in which it processes sound.
