The Role of Educational Audiologists to Support Students with Auditory Neuropathy Spectrum Disorders Auditory neuropathy spectrum disorder (ANSD) has been described as “…a range of hearing impairments characterized by deteriorated speech perception, despite relatively preserved pure-tone detection thresholds” (De Saiti et al, 2020)....
✦ Clinical Takeaway ✦
Educational audiologists working with ANSD students should be aware of classroom acoustic management strategies and individualized support plans, but no single new practice change is mandated by this blog piece.
✦ Why It Matters ✦
ANSD is frequently misunderstood in school settings, and clear guidance on educational audiology's role can improve outcomes for a population that is often underserved.
✦ Key Points ✦
- 01ANSD affects the nerve pathway carrying sound signals to the brain, making classroom listening especially difficult.
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