Auditory Processing Disorder Testing in Anchorage, AK
A common issue that individuals have when they are experiencing hearing loss is struggling to understand speech in the presence of background noise. However, when hearing tests show normal hearing then Auditory Processing Disorder (APD) could be the cause.
Auditory Processing Disorder Testing in Anchorage, AK
A common issue that individuals have when they are experiencing hearing loss is struggling to understand speech in the presence of background noise. However, when hearing tests show normal hearing then Auditory Processing Disorder (APD) could be the cause.
Auditory Processing Disorder Testing in Anchorage, AK
A common issue that individuals have when they are experiencing hearing loss is struggling to understand speech in the presence of background noise. However, when hearing tests show normal hearing then Auditory Processing Disorder (APD) could be the cause.
Defining Auditory Processing Disorder
Sometimes referred to as Central Auditory Processing Disorder (CAPD), APD is related to how the brain processes speech. In essence, the ears and the auditory system function properly but they and the brain do not fully coordinate in order to derive meaning from speech.
APD typically becomes an issue when there is a lot of background noise, multiple conversations at the same time, or the individual is not facing the speaker.Those experiencing APD struggle to pick up on the subtle differences between words like cat, bat and that, or seventy and seventeen. Additionally, words in a sentence can become scrambled so that “How are the chair and couch alike?” could be interpreted as “How the cow and hair are like?”
Four categories of processing skills that are limited or lacking in those struggling with auditory processing disorder, include:
Auditory discrimination: noticing, comparing, and distinguishing between separate sounds
Auditory figure-ground discrimination: focusing on the important sounds in a noisy setting
Auditory memory: recalling what they heard (short or long term)
Auditory sequencing: understanding and recalling the order of sounds and words
Frequently Asked Questions
Common Questions
Who is affected by APD?
Auditory processing disorder is typically associated with development issues, so it is most prominent in school-aged children. Auditory processing disorder can be misdiagnosed as ADHD or vice versa, often occurs along with dyslexia, and is a common secondary diagnosis in individuals with autistic spectrum disorder (ASD) or autism. APD can be experienced by those with hearing loss and those experiencing cognitive decline and is estimated to affect about 15% of military veterans due to blast exposure and neurological disorders from brain injuries (i.e., stroke, traumatic brain injury, tumors, epilepsy).
Who is affected by APD?
Auditory processing disorder is typically associated with development issues, so it is most prominent in school-aged children. Auditory processing disorder can be misdiagnosed as ADHD or vice versa, often occurs along with dyslexia, and is a common secondary diagnosis in individuals with autistic spectrum disorder (ASD) or autism. APD can be experienced by those with hearing loss and those experiencing cognitive decline and is estimated to affect about 15% of military veterans due to blast exposure and neurological disorders from brain injuries (i.e., stroke, traumatic brain injury, tumors, epilepsy).
Who is affected by APD?
Auditory processing disorder is typically associated with development issues, so it is most prominent in school-aged children. Auditory processing disorder can be misdiagnosed as ADHD or vice versa, often occurs along with dyslexia, and is a common secondary diagnosis in individuals with autistic spectrum disorder (ASD) or autism. APD can be experienced by those with hearing loss and those experiencing cognitive decline and is estimated to affect about 15% of military veterans due to blast exposure and neurological disorders from brain injuries (i.e., stroke, traumatic brain injury, tumors, epilepsy).
What are the symptoms of Auditory Processing Disorder?
What are the symptoms of Auditory Processing Disorder?
What are the symptoms of Auditory Processing Disorder?
How is Auditory Processing Disorder diagnosed?
How is Auditory Processing Disorder diagnosed?
How is Auditory Processing Disorder diagnosed?
What to Expect During Auditory Processing Tests
Understanding Your Case History
Understanding Your Case History
Understanding Your Case History
Comprehensive Hearing Assessment
Comprehensive Hearing Assessment
Comprehensive Hearing Assessment
An Evaluation of the Central Auditory System
An Evaluation of the Central Auditory System
An Evaluation of the Central Auditory System
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Meet The Team
Dr. Emily E McMahan
Au.D, Doctor of Audiology
Dr. Haley Shirley
Doctor of Audiology
Dr. John Coverstone
Doctor of Audiology
Amanda Snyder
Patient Care Concierge
Ashley Oliver
Business Manager
Kelly Todd
Audiology Assistant
Sage Clemons
Audiology Resident
Jamie Block
Office Manager
Dogtor Bentley
Our Original Loving Office Canine
Rookie Red
Our Office Canine in Training
Meet The Team
Dr. Emily E McMahan
Au.D, Doctor of Audiology
Dr. Haley Shirley
Doctor of Audiology
Dr. John Coverstone
Doctor of Audiology
Amanda Snyder
Patient Care Concierge
Ashley Oliver
Business Manager
Kelly Todd
Audiology Assistant
Sage Clemons
Audiology Resident
Jamie Block
Office Manager
Dogtor Bentley
Our Original Loving Office Canine
Rookie Red
Our Office Canine in Training
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I became concerned about my hearing due to ringing in the ears. I found a comfortable setting and exceptional staff at Alaska Hearing.
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“Now that I can hear, I am not embarrassed to get into a conversation, nor an argument, nor a discussion”
I became less outgoing. I was in a shell. Less a part of the group.
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I was 14 or 15 years old and a teacher noticed that I was falling behind in the class discussion
Ryan H.
“With my hearing aids, I can hear my grandkids, and my wife is a very happy woman”
I pretty much have had ringing in my ears my whole life. I have always struggled and normally had to be looking at a person to read their lips if I was going to understand a conversation.
Joseph L.
"I was scared to find out if I really had a hearing loss, but now I'm so glad I took that first step."
Although I was not afraid to go in and get tested, I was scared to find out if I really had a hearing loss.
Sue B.
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My hearing loss came in two stages. I lost the hearing in one ear due to the mumps at age 12. So I have had single-sided deafness since then
Larry S.
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I realized there may be a hearing challenge when I started asking for the hearing impaired headphones at the movie theater
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I sincerely hope that you remember treating me for 6 wonderful years of my life before I moved to New Zealand.
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Hear What Our Patients Have To Say
“A hearing test is the start of reconnecting with your world”
I suspected I might have a hearing loss when I could hear the coffee pot beep in my right ear but not my left ear. Before coming to Alaska Hearing, my biggest concern was price point value.
Steve M.
“With my hearing aids, I can hear my family, I can hear better at work, and I feel overall less stressed!”
I was ashamed I needed help. I am young compared to everyone else I know who wears hearing aids
CJW
“I have much less ringing and I’m able to concentrate more”
I became concerned about my hearing due to ringing in the ears. I found a comfortable setting and exceptional staff at Alaska Hearing.
James
“Now that I can hear, I am not embarrassed to get into a conversation, nor an argument, nor a discussion”
I became less outgoing. I was in a shell. Less a part of the group.
Ronald
“My quality of life has drastically improved since purchasing my hearing devices”
I was 14 or 15 years old and a teacher noticed that I was falling behind in the class discussion
Ryan H.
“With my hearing aids, I can hear my grandkids, and my wife is a very happy woman”
I pretty much have had ringing in my ears my whole life. I have always struggled and normally had to be looking at a person to read their lips if I was going to understand a conversation.
Joseph L.
"I was scared to find out if I really had a hearing loss, but now I'm so glad I took that first step."
Although I was not afraid to go in and get tested, I was scared to find out if I really had a hearing loss.
Sue B.
“I’m very satisfied with the care and service Alaska Hearing provide”
My hearing loss came in two stages. I lost the hearing in one ear due to the mumps at age 12. So I have had single-sided deafness since then
Larry S.
“I enjoy so many more activities than before”
I realized there may be a hearing challenge when I started asking for the hearing impaired headphones at the movie theater
Becki G.
“There are no words to describe how sincerely grateful I am for your level of care”
I sincerely hope that you remember treating me for 6 wonderful years of my life before I moved to New Zealand.
Samuel D.
Hear What Our Patients Have To Say
“A hearing test is the start of reconnecting with your world”
I suspected I might have a hearing loss when I could hear the coffee pot beep in my right ear but not my left ear. Before coming to Alaska Hearing, my biggest concern was price point value.
Steve M.
“With my hearing aids, I can hear my family, I can hear better at work, and I feel overall less stressed!”
I was ashamed I needed help. I am young compared to everyone else I know who wears hearing aids
CJW
“I have much less ringing and I’m able to concentrate more”
I became concerned about my hearing due to ringing in the ears. I found a comfortable setting and exceptional staff at Alaska Hearing.
James
“Now that I can hear, I am not embarrassed to get into a conversation, nor an argument, nor a discussion”
I became less outgoing. I was in a shell. Less a part of the group.
Ronald
“My quality of life has drastically improved since purchasing my hearing devices”
I was 14 or 15 years old and a teacher noticed that I was falling behind in the class discussion
Ryan H.
“With my hearing aids, I can hear my grandkids, and my wife is a very happy woman”
I pretty much have had ringing in my ears my whole life. I have always struggled and normally had to be looking at a person to read their lips if I was going to understand a conversation.
Joseph L.
"I was scared to find out if I really had a hearing loss, but now I'm so glad I took that first step."
Although I was not afraid to go in and get tested, I was scared to find out if I really had a hearing loss.
Sue B.
“I’m very satisfied with the care and service Alaska Hearing provide”
My hearing loss came in two stages. I lost the hearing in one ear due to the mumps at age 12. So I have had single-sided deafness since then
Larry S.
“I enjoy so many more activities than before”
I realized there may be a hearing challenge when I started asking for the hearing impaired headphones at the movie theater
Becki G.
“There are no words to describe how sincerely grateful I am for your level of care”
I sincerely hope that you remember treating me for 6 wonderful years of my life before I moved to New Zealand.
Samuel D.
Schedule An Assessment
Because APD has similar symptoms to hearing loss, the starting point for addressing your hearing challenges or concerns related to APD is to schedule a comprehensive hearing assessment with a doctor of audiology at Alaska Hearing and Tinnitus Center.
Simply submit the adjacent form so that a member of our team can assist you with scheduling an assessment for you or your child and begin treating APD today.
Schedule An Assessment
Because APD has similar symptoms to hearing loss, the starting point for addressing your hearing challenges or concerns related to APD is to schedule a comprehensive hearing assessment with a doctor of audiology at Alaska Hearing and Tinnitus Center.
Simply submit the adjacent form so that a member of our team can assist you with scheduling an assessment for you or your child and begin treating APD today.
Schedule An Assessment
Because APD has similar symptoms to hearing loss, the starting point for addressing your hearing challenges or concerns related to APD is to schedule a comprehensive hearing assessment with a doctor of audiology at Alaska Hearing and Tinnitus Center.
Simply submit the adjacent form so that a member of our team can assist you with scheduling an assessment for you or your child and begin treating APD today.
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