Pediatrics
Pediatric audiology care including age-appropriate hearing evaluations, auditory processing assessments, and family-centered intervention for children from infancy through adolescence.
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Hearing and auditory processing play crucial roles in a child's language development, learning abilities, and social skills. At ListenHEAR, we provide comprehensive pediatric audiology services to diagnose and address hearing issues and auditory processing challenges in children of all ages. Our gentle approach and child-friendly environment help make the assessment process comfortable for young patients while providing parents with the guidance and support they need.
Our Pediatric Audiology Approach
We begin by gathering information about your child's developmental history, any risk factors for hearing loss or auditory processing difficulties, and your concerns about their hearing, language development, or academic performance. For newborns and infants, we review birth history and newborn hearing screening results. For older children, we discuss school performance, classroom challenges, and social interactions.
Using specialized testing methods suited to your child's age and developmental level, we evaluate their hearing abilities and auditory processing skills. For very young children starting at age 3.5, we can begin auditory processing evaluations using age-appropriate protocols. For younger children, we measure how they respond to sounds through both objective testing and observation, while older children can participate in more interactive testing, all conducted in a supportive, engaging manner.
After completing the assessment, we explain the results in clear, understandable terms and discuss what they mean for your child's development. Our pediatric services include:
- Age-Appropriate Testing Methods - Specialized evaluation techniques tailored to your child's developmental stage for accurate results
- Early Identification and Intervention - Prompt detection of hearing and auditory processing issues for optimal developmental outcomes
- Family-Centered Care - Parent guidance on communication strategies and support for your child's unique needs
- Comprehensive Intervention Planning - Development of treatment plans including therapy, accommodations, and educational support
- Coordinated Care Approach - Collaboration with schools, speech-language therapists, and other specialists when needed
Research shows that children identified with hearing loss or auditory processing challenges who receive appropriate early intervention can develop language and academic skills that support their success in school and social settings. This makes early detection and proper management essential for a child's overall development and future achievement.
Support Your Child's Auditory Development
Contact any of our Florida or Virginia locations to schedule a pediatric hearing evaluation or auditory processing assessment. Our experienced team will work with you and your child to address hearing concerns and develop a personalized plan to support their communication, learning, and developmental needs.
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