(Central) Auditory Processing Disorder Grand Rounds: Multiple Cases, Multiple Causes, Multiple Outcomes

Purpose: The purpose of this article was to provide
multiple examples of how (central) auditory processing
disorder ([C]APD) is being evaluated and treated at
various audiology clinics throughout the United States.
Method: The authors present 5 cases highlighting the
diagnosis and treatment of (C)APD in children and adults.
Similarities and differences between these cases have been
showcased through detailed histories, evaluation protocol,
and treatment options. When possible, the rationale for
evaluation procedures and intervention processes were
described and compared with guidelines and findings
within the literature.
Results and Conclusions: These cases illustrate the varied
processes and clinical protocols by which children and
adults are evaluated, diagnosed, counseled, and treated
for (C)APD. In addition, similarities and differences between
the referral source, evaluation team, developmental history,
comorbidities, test battery, recommendations, and
remediations were described. Themultiple clinic sites, diversity
of clinical philosophies, variety of testmeasures, and diversity
of patient populations make these cases ideal for showcasing
the assortment of methodologies used with patients who
present with histories and characteristics consistent with
(C)APD.