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(PDF 136.14 Kb)October 12, 2011
(Central) Auditory Processing Disorders
November 7th, 2011
(Central) Auditory Processing Disorder or (C)APD is a general term used to describe the listening problems of children and adults who struggle learning through orally presented instruction. Individuals with (C)APD often show similar behaviors to those with ADD/ADHD, Language Learning Disability (LLD) and other learning disabilities. Because more than 90% of all classroom instruction is spoken, children with (C)APD are at risk of academic failure.
Dr. James Feuerstein will provide an overview of normal auditory processing, as well as description and differentiation of the most common types of central auditory processing dysfunctions. In addition, he will identify red flags that would lead someone to suspect a (C)APD problem might be present and ways to help children with (C)APD learn more effectively in the classroom setting.
Making Sense of Sensory Processing
November 18, 2011
In this workshop Lisa Sykes, OTR/L., M.Ed. will discuss sensory processing and its impact on development. Functional performance and sensory processing difficulties will be discussed as they present themselves at different age levels. Assessment and treatment will be presented as well as strategies that can be used at home and at school for sensory processing difficulties. Behavior difficulties as they present with sensory processing will also be discussed. For more information or to register for these workshops, click on the PDF at the top of the page or call 263-3323 ext. 211.
