The Auditory Processing Disorder Subreddit

The Dyslexic Nerd Network Presents: The Auditory Processing Disorder Subreddit. r/AudiProcDisorder is a community for people with an Auditory Processing Disorder and those interested in this specific learning disability.

APD has caused some controversy within the community, because of its possible link to other specific learning disabilities.

Nevertheless, APD stands on its own." "People with (APD) do not recognize subtle differences between sounds in words, even when the sounds are loud and clear. They can also find it difficult to tell where sounds are coming from" ( LDA and M.I.N.D. Institute, 2002).

Nevertheless, APD stands on its own.

A language processing disorder is a sub-type of APD. "A Language Processing Disorder (LPD) relates only to the processing of language. (LPD) can affect expressive language (what you say) and (how you understand what others say)" LDA and M.I.N.D. Institute, 2002).

You might have APD if you talk loud, but still have issues hearing yourself; furthermore; have issues learning information you hear.

There are several programs and approaches that can help alleviate some of the struggles associated with APD; speech therapy and multisensory instruction are often incorporated into these practices.

There are several programs and approaches that can help alleviate some of the struggles associated with APD; speech therapy and multisensory instruction are often incorporated into these practices.

There are organisations, which can better inform you on this learning disability: American Academy of Audiology www.audiology.org, American Speech-Language Hearing Association www.asha.org, Understood www.understood.org and National Center for Learning Disabilities www.ncld.org.

Individuals with APD can come from all socioeconomic backgrounds, ages and cultures. It's important that the community hears your opinion and views. A large APD and SLD community means a voice for better research and programs.

In the end, the auditory processing disorder subreddit needs your input and experience; furthermore, the network. If you would like to learn more, join us at www.reddit.com/r/AudiProcDisorder. We welcome you to the network.