Auditory processing disorder (APD) is a hearing impairment that affects how the brain processes sounds, including speech. It's an often misunderstood condition that can significantly impact a student's ability to learn and succeed in school.

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APD is not unique to children. As we age, hearing loss and changes in auditory processing alter how we listen, hear, and process sound information.

Let's start with a definition: An auditory processing disorder is a physical hearing impairment ...