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Auditory Processing Disorder (APD) Diagnoses and Treatment Plans

Auditory Processing Disorder (APD) or Central Auditory Processing Disorder (CAPD) occurs when an individual has normal hearing but struggles to listen. This condition is thought to be due to an inability to process speech sounds accurately. Children and adults with APD have difficulty recognising differences between sounds in words, even

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Therapies for Speech and Language Delays

The SASHC team of therapists will work with families to tailor a program that best suits your child and family in order to maximise outcomes. We pride ourselves in supporting families provide the best care for their children and focus on parent education to maximise therapy output. Our therapists are

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Hearing Tests for Kids and Adults

Our audiologists offer expert diagnostic hearing assessments and support, utilising state of the art and evidence-based equipment, technology and intervention. We provide:– Full diagnostic hearing assessments (children from 6 months of age) to adulthood– Auditory Processing Disorder (APD) assessments and therapy for both adults and children– Comprehensive reporting on the

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How Can A Soundfield System Benefit Your Child?

A SoundField system is also known as a sound amplification system. It evenly spreads the sound around the entire room. Just like a personal amplification system, SoundField systems are wireless. However, personal amplification systems come as individual units and are worn by individuals. A SoundField system, on the other hand,

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What Is A Soundfield System?

Just like a personal amplification system (Roger or an FM system), a SoundField system also works on improving the clarity of speech or sound. Both wireless systems help individuals better identify speech signals over a distance. The main difference, however, lies in the receivers. The personal amplification system utilises an

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