Overview

Recently acquired by Plural Publishing, the second edition of this highly respected book in the field of audiology takes a comprehensive look at the basic principles underlying central auditory processing disorders and the screening, assessment, and management of these disorders in school-age children. The book focuses on the practical application of scientific theory in an easy to read, clinically applicable format. For instructors, this second edition includes step-by-step assessment tips, normative data, methods of test interpretation, development and implementation of management plans, and integration of central auditory information. Learning and communication profiles are also included to provide a comprehensive picture of CAPD assessment and management.

• This title was acquired by Plural in 2011, previously published with Singular in (c)2003.

Audience

Primary Subject: Audiology / Neuroaudiology
Secondary Subject: Speech and Language Pathology / Neurogenics
Audience Level: Textbook - Desk Copy

Part I: The Science of Central Auditory Processing Disorder

• Chapter 1: Neuroanatomy and Neurophysiology of the Central Auditory Nervous System
• Chapter 2: Mechanisms of Selected Auditory and Related Processes
• Chapter 3: Neuromaturation and Neuroplasticity of the Auditory System

Part II

• Chapter 4: Screening: A Multidisciplinary Approach
• Chapter 5: Overview of Central Tests
• Chapter 6: Comprehensive Central Auditory Assessment
• Chapter 7: Interpretation of Central Auditory Assessment Results

Part III

• Chapter 8: General Principles of CAPD Management
• Chapter 9: Deficit-Specific Intervention for Auditory Processing Disorders
• Chapter 10: Considerations in Central Auditory Processing Service Delivery
• Chapter 11: Back to Science

Appendis: Answers to Review Questions

About The Author

Teri Bellis, PhD

Teri James Bellis, PhD, professor of audiology at The University of South Dakota, received her doctorate in audiology and hearing sciences with a specialty certification in language and cognition from Northwestern University. The author of When the Brain Can't Hear: Unraveling the Mystery of Auditory Processing Disorder (2002 Pocket Books, Dr. Bellis has been involved in the development, management, and implementation of audiologic and neurodiagnostic programs in clinical and educational settings, including multimodality evoked potentials programs and central auditory processing service delivery programs. She is an internationally recognized expert in auditory processing disorders and has lectured and published widely on the subject of central auditory processing assessment and management. Her writings have been featured in numerous audiology and medical journals, including the prestigious Journal of Neuroscience.

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