Effectiveness of FM Systems in Enhancing Auditory Comprehension and Academic Performance in Children with CAPD.

Effectiveness of FM Systems in Enhancing Auditory Comprehension and Academic Performance in Children with CAPD.

Central Auditory Processing Disorder (CAPD) affects a child's ability to process and interpret auditory information effectively. This leads to difficulties in academic performance, specifically in loud classroom environments. A mock case study was developed which investigated the effectiveness of Frequency Modulation Systems (FM Systems) in treating Auditory Processing difficulties in an 11-year-old boy, Charlie. Charlie had been previously diagnosed with Agenesis of the Corpus Callosum (ACC). This condition impacts cognitive processing and communication skills. Charlie's academic challenges and his sensitivity to background noise suggested further testing for CAPD to be completed. A central auditory processing test battery was administered to assess Charlie's auditory processing abilities. These tests evaluated his ability to process time-related information and cues, dichotic listening, and sound localization. The research examined the use of FM Systems as a treatment method for CAPD in classroom environments for children aged 10-12. The FM System transmits the teacher's voice directly to the receiver, bypassing background noise to improve auditory processing since FM Systems remove distracting background noise. The findings indicated that the FM System, classroom accommodations, and auditory training significantly improved Charlie's ability to follow verbal instructions, comprehend speech in distracting situations, and engage in class. This case study highlights the effectiveness of FM Systems in supporting children with CAPD and promoting academic achievements.