Auditory Processing Disorder Evaluations
Auditory Processing Disorder (APD) Evaluations in Chattanooga, TN
“Auditory processing is what the brain does with what the ears hear.”
-Jack Katz, Ph.D., CCC-A/SLP
What Is Auditory Processing?
Auditory Processing is how we process and use the information that we hear. Our ears hear the sounds, but then our brain must take that information and make it useful.
Auditory Processing Disorder (APD) causes problems accurately and efficiently processing the information that we hear. Most often, a standard audiological assessment will show hearing to be within normal limits, but the patients are struggling considerably in their everyday lives.
APD is often diagnosed in children, but it also occurs within the adult population.
Common Signs of Auditory Processing Disorder
People with APD may experience:
- Difficulty understanding speech in the presence of background noise
- Difficulty remembering auditory information (letters, names, numbers, instructions, etc.)
- Delayed responses to questions or instructions
- Responding inconsistently or inappropriately
- Frequency asking for information to be repeated
- Difficulty attending or avoiding distraction
- Difficulty following complex auditory directions
- Difficulty with sound localization
- Reading, spelling, and learning problems
- Difficulty organizing sounds in proper sequence
Diagnosing an Auditory Processing Disorder
Auditory Processing Disorder can only be diagnosed by a licensed audiologist.
At 4 Bridges Audiology, evaluations include:
- A comprehensive hearing test (audiogram)
- Specialized auditory processing assessments designed to measure how the brain handles different types of sound input
We provide APD evaluations for patients ages 8 and above.
Treatment & Management Options Options
Auditory Processing Disorder is manageable with various therapy and treatment options. It may include a team of professionals, including but not limited to audiologists, speech-language pathologists, and physicians.
APD will never go away, but there are many strategies to improve one’s processing abilities and confidence in everyday situations.
If you, or someone you know, is struggling with understanding the world around them, call 4 Bridges Audiology today!
We offer evaluations for auditory processing disorders for ages 8 and above.
Take the Next Step Toward Clearer Listening
Auditory Processing Disorder can make it difficult to understand speech, follow directions, or stay focused — especially in noisy environments. With the right evaluation, you can get answers and begin a path toward strategies that make everyday listening easier.
At 4 Bridges Audiology in Chattanooga, we provide thorough APD evaluations and individualized recommendations to support children and adults facing these challenges.
Don’t wait to get the clarity you need.
Schedule an Auditory Processing Disorder evaluation today and take the first step toward better listening and communication.
