AVWS-Auditive Verarbeitungs- und Wahrnehmungsstörungen bei Schulkindern

Auditory processing and perception disorders: Phantom, trendy diagnosis, or real disorder? This was once a point of contention in both science and practice. Today, this discussion has been settled, with the so-called APD recognized as a clinical disorder. In the educational context, the disorder can also be diagnosed, and affected individuals can receive support. Nevertheless, many children must endure a long path of suffering before the actual cause of language problems, reading and writing difficulties, or emotional and social issues is identified from a wide range of possible misdiagnoses. This is where this guide specifically for teachers comes in: After an anatomical-physiological classification, practical advice for diagnosis, as well as concrete strategies for interacting with affected students, is provided, particularly in the school context.