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Semin Hear 2002; 23(4): 337-348
DOI: 10.1055/s-2002-35882
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Reliable Differential Diagnosis and Effective Management of Auditory Processing and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorders

Warren D. Keller1 , Kim L. Tillery2
  • 1Neuropsychologist, Independent Practice, East Amherst Psychology Group, East Amherst, New York
  • 2Assistant Professor, State University of New York College at Fredonia, Department of Speech Pathology and Audiology, Fredonia, New York
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04 December 2002 (online)

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ABSTRACT

Children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) manifest behaviors strikingly similar to children with Auditory Processing Disorders (APD). Recent research suggests that these two disorders are often co-morbid, but can occur independently. The appropriate management of ADHD and APD is dependent upon a reliable and valid diagnosis using multiple sources of information and measures. The most effective evidence based approaches for these two disorders are reviewed with an emphasis on the importance of differential diagnosis.

KEYWORDS

Attention deficit - hyperactivity - auditory processing - central nervous system stimulant medication

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