Auditory processing disorder
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Signs and Symptoms of Auditory processing disorder
All Signs & Symptoms of Auditory processing disorder
Here are the top symptoms or behaviors listed by parents of kids diagnosed with Auditory processing disorder:
| Symptom | Frequency | Number of mentions |
|---|---|---|
| Blank stare | Often | 1 mention |
| Difficulty following directions | Often | 1 mention |
| Difficulty learning | Often | 1 mention |
| Difficulty paying attention | Often | 1 mention |
| Learning disability | Often | 1 mention |
| Sensitivity to sound (hyperacusis) | Often | 1 mention |
When do symptoms start?
How to read this chart
Blank stare
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Difficulty following directions
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Difficulty learning
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Change in symptoms of Auditory processing disorder*
What happens to common Auditory processing disorder symptoms over time?
| Symptom | Worse | A Little Worse | Stayed About the Same | A Little Better | Better | Completely Resolved |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blank stare | 0% | 0% | 0% | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Difficulty following directions | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 100% | 0% |
| Difficulty paying attention | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 100% | 0% |
Conditions with similar symptoms to Auditory processing disorder
Parents also mention the behaviors, signs, and symptoms associated with Auditory processing disorder when they describe these conditions:
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
Symptom Frequency Number of mentions Hyperactivity Often 114 mentions Angry behavior Often 37 mentions Difficulty paying attention Sometimes 26 mentions Fidgeting Sometimes 26 mentions Impulsiveness Sometimes 25 mentions Short attention span Sometimes 23 mentions Forgetfulness Sometimes 21 mentions Difficulty focusing or concentrating Sometimes 20 mentions Talkativeness Sometimes 20 mentions Difficulty focusing in school Sometimes 18 mentions Autism
Symptom Frequency Number of mentions Not making eye contact Often 70 mentions Delayed speech or language development Often 52 mentions Non-verbal (not able to use words) Often 52 mentions Sensitivity to sound (hyperacusis) Often 43 mentions Repetitive movement or behavior Sometimes 38 mentions Not talking Sometimes 37 mentions Limited (or lack of) social skills Sometimes 27 mentions Developmental delays (behind on expected milestones) Sometimes 23 mentions Lack of social skills Sometimes 20 mentions Rocking body back and forth Sometimes 19 mentions Anxiety
Symptom Frequency Number of mentions Nervousness Often 49 mentions Panic attacks Often 42 mentions Unusual fears or phobias Often 31 mentions Shyness or social anxiety Often 26 mentions Frequent crying Sometimes 25 mentions Angry behavior Sometimes 16 mentions Separation anxiety Sometimes 15 mentions Constant worry Sometimes 14 mentions Anxiety in social situations Sometimes 11 mentions Fidgeting Sometimes 11 mentions
Care of Auditory processing disorder
Less common responses for Auditory processing disorder
| Treatment | Rating | Discussion |
|---|---|---|
| 1Speech Therapy | Positive4 of 5 | Read 0 comments |
| 2Extra time for assignments | Positive4 of 5 | Read 0 comments |
| 3Occupational Therapy | Positive4 of 5 | Read 0 comments |
| 4Resource specialist | Positive4 of 5 | Read 0 comments |
Discussion of Auditory processing disorder
What was your approach to Auditory processing disorder? What were the results?
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