An Introduction to Auditory Processing Disorders in Children

Teralandur K. Parthasarathy

Contents: Preface. S.C. Bhatnagar, E.W. Korabic, Neuroanatomy and Neurophysiology of the Central Auditory Pathways. G.M. Whitelaw, K. Yuskow, Neuromaturation and Neuroplasticity of the Central Auditory System. A.T. Cacace, D.J. McFarland, Delineating Auditory Processing Disorder (APD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD): A Conceptual, Theoretical, and Practice Framework. T.J. Bellis, Audiologic Behavioral Assessment of APD. T.K. Parthasarathy, Electrophysiologic Assesment of APD. G.J. Richard, Language-Based Assessment and Intervention of APD. S.L. McAndrews, Linking Literacy Assessments to Diagnostic Instructional Strategies for Children With an APD. T.J. Bellis, Interpretation of APD Tests Results. J.M. Ferre, Management Strategies for APD. D. Duesenberg, ADHD: Diagnosis and Current Treatment Options to Improve Functional Outcomes. C.D. Johnson, Individual Educational Planning and Resources for APD. D.A. Kelly, Suggestions for Parents, Teachers, Speech-Language Pathologists, and Students: Enhancing Functional Outcomes in Children With APD. D.J. McFarland, A.T. Cacace, Current Controversies in CAPD: From Procrustes' Bed to Pandora's Box.