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Area of Science:

  • Audiology
  • Neuroscience
  • Developmental Pediatrics

Background:

  • The Competing Words Subtest is a standard tool for evaluating binaural integration in children.
  • Auditory processing disorders (APDs) can affect children's ability to process sounds.
  • Standard scoring may underestimate binaural integration deficits.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the sensitivity of interaural asymmetry measures compared to standard scores for detecting binaural integration deficits.
  • To identify patterns of dichotic listening performance in children.

Main Methods:

  • 124 children suspected of having an auditory processing disorder were tested using the Competing Words Subtest.
  • Standard scores and interaural asymmetry measures were analyzed.
  • Age-appropriate criteria for interaural asymmetry were applied.

Main Results:

  • Standard scores indicated a binaural integration deficit in 23% of children.
  • Interaural asymmetry measures identified deficits in 51% of children.
  • Four distinct patterns of dichotic listening performance were observed.

Conclusions:

  • Interaural asymmetry is a more sensitive indicator of binaural integration deficits than standard scores.
  • A significant number of children with APD may be overlooked by standard scoring methods.
  • Understanding dichotic listening patterns can aid in diagnosing auditory processing disorders.