Synopses & Reviews
Provides the reader with an interpretation of central auditory processing disorders that is both scientific and clinical. The information is presented in an easy to read and understand format. This book is ideal for practicing clinicians who are looking for a review of this complex subject. The text is clearly presented to aid the learning process, with learning objectives set out at the beginning of each chapter, and the inclusion of lots of tables, key notes boxes and highlighted sentences.
Synopsis
- Completely expanded section on management including deficit-specific management activities for each type of CAPD
Synopsis
Includes bibliographical references (p. 489-521) and index.
Table of Contents
Part one: The science of central auditory processing -- Neuroanatomy and neurophysiology of the central auditory nervous system -- Mechanisms of selected auditory and related processes -- Neuromaturation and neuroplasticity of the auditory system -- Part two: Central auditory screening and assessment procedures -- Screening: a multidisciplinary approach -- Overview of central tests -- Comprehensive central auditory assessment -- Interpretation of central auditory assessment results -- Part three: CAPD management and service delivery -- General principles of CAPD management -- Deficit-specific intervention for auditory processing disorders -- Considerations in central auditory processing service delivery -- Back to science.