What can I expect during my child's Auditory Processing Disorder evaluation?
An APD (Auditory Processing Disorder) evaluation is a comprehensive assessment that typically takes 3-4 hours to complete. During this time, your child will undergo a series of specialized tests designed to evaluate how their central auditory nervous system processes sound. If a standard hearing test hasn't been done recently, this will be performed first to confirm normal hearing sensitivity. The specific tests will vary depending on your child's age and symptoms. Following the evaluation, you'll participate in a 1-2 hour counseling session where the audiologist will explain the results and provide recommendations. You should receive a summary of findings and recommendations the same day, which can be shared with your child's school if accommodations are needed. A detailed formal report will typically follow within about a month after the evaluation.