I have a 7 year old girl, with an APD diagnosis. She is having difficulty with spelling in discourse writing, syntax in writing, has difficutly discriminating words that sound the same, hypersensitivity to noise, and is left handed dominant. Also has difficulty with “finding” the right word sometimes in conversation. She is making progress in reading, but not as fast as I think that she should. I was thinking of TLP before I make another attempt with Earobics. Does anyone have experience with TLP? I just want to hear from a parent that has actually used the program and if it actually works. I know that there are alot of professional groups that do not believe in AIT and say that AIT actually can damage hearing. Any comments appreciated. Thanks, Lisa
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We saw some differences but mostly it seemed to make other learning easier.
Beth
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I have been through the provider training and, based on what I learned there about the physiology of the ear and how it reacts to stimulation, I would say that TLP is highly likely to help with the hypersensitivity to sound. TLP would be my first choice for that kind of problem.
The difficulty with discernment between similar sounds would more likely be helped by FastForWord. However, TLP is a very good “conditioning” program to do before FFW as it tends to make FFW easier for the child to get through.
TLP conditions the entire auditory system, is very safe and gentle, can be done at home, and can be repeated. I think it would be a very good choice for your child’s age and problems.
Nancy
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Thank you all for your comments and suggestions..I think that I will try it.
Lisa
NO MORE ACRONYMS PLEASE!!!!!
I am trying to follow the threads here about the various hearing programs and I have to tell you— I cannot make heads or tails of the acronyms!Would someone please take pity on me and give the definition of the TLP? (and how that might stand up against Interactive Metronome???—or are they used for differeint purposes??)
Also, what in the heck is and SLP? It is a special ed teacher—if I read from the context correctly. But what do the letters stand for??
Thanks,
Melmom
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Well, Im stumped on AIT!
SLP=speech language pathologist
TLP=the listening program
APD= auditory processing disorder
TLP is tapes of music(classical)specially chosen to target different areas of the brain and listening centers.
Its definitely a therapy that seeks to address the ‘root’ of the issue
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AIT stands for Auditory Integration Training, and usually refers to the Berard program (AIT = Berard).
TLP, as mentioned elsewhere, stands for The Listening Program. There are a couple, but the one I am most familiar with (and trained in) is the one at http://www.advancedbrain.com . There are many articles and studies of TLP at that website. TLP applies sophisticated sound modulation techniques to classical music. The program is designed to condition and stimulate the auditory processing system directly, and the entire nervous system indirectly.
Interactive Metronome is very different from TLP. That website is http://www.interactivemetronome.com . This program provides training in rhythm and timing. It is interactive, meaning the child listens to metronome-like beats through earphones while engaging in gross motor activities (such as clapping hands, stomping feet, etc.). The program provides feedback designed to help the child become more and more accurate, with the goal of sustaining on-beat reactions. This program has an excellent track record for developing attention skills and motor planning skills.
Nancy
No personal experience but an occupational therapist I work with in Early Intervention uses it frequently and I have been at meetings where the parents feel they are seeing a difference
Mostly, though, why not? Its pretty non-invasive and there are more expensive options out there!