This talk by clinical audiologist Natanya Berry will equip you with the skills to identify CAPD and distinguish its presentation from other diagnoses, such as ADHD. Natanya will outline symptoms and behavioural characteristics, and will look at the role of different professionals in managing CAPD so that children presenting with this diagnosis can be helped to achieve their potential. Natanya offers a case example, which illustrates deeply how CAPD presents and can be managed.
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Learning Outcomes
By the end of this talk, participants will be able to:
Define Central Auditory Processing Disorder (CAPD) and understand its neurological underpinnings
Recognise the behavioural signs and symptoms of CAPD and how they may overlap with other diagnoses such as ADHD
Understand the assessment process for CAPD and the role of audiologists in diagnosis
Collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams to support children with CAPD
Apply practical strategies to enhance functioning and learning outcomes for children with CAPD