Is it important that a child stacks blocks? Does it matter if a child does not find an object hidden in front of them? A child is becoming defiant. Is that ok? At specific ages, the answer to these questions would be yes. Even though these skills or behaviors would not be considered auditory development, they
What is Auditory Neuropathy Spectrum Disorder? Auditory neuropathy spectrum disorder (ANSD) is a group—or spectrum—of hearing disorders that affects how sound is sent from the inner hair cells of the ear to the brain. Some children with ANSD may have a normal or near-normal ability to detect sound, while others can experience a loss of
Many families wait a long amount of time for their baby’s cochlear implant surgery and for their child to gain optimal access to sound. While some professionals and caregivers think paediatric cochlear implant rehabilitation can only begin after implantation, this notion is incorrect. In fact, rehabilitation support can be offered right from the diagnosis of
Cochlear implant recipients get the most from their device(s) if they receive rehabilitation to help the brain interpret the electrical stimulation it receives via the cochlear implant(s). Research shows that structured, active listening practice leads to best outcomes following cochlear implantation.1 Adults with hearing loss have an increased risk for cognitive decline.2 However, auditory training
