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Summary: A definitive book on Auditory Processing Disorder!
Review: Could you imagine being able to hear, but not being able to really hear what was being said to you? People with APD, Auditory Processing Disorder, know exactly what it's like. APD is the brain's inability to process sounds...and it affects a person's ability to listen. There are many people who struggle with APD every day, and many aren't even aware that they have this disorder.The book, "When the Brain Can't Hear," by Dr. Teri James Bellis, aims to help readers learn more about this puzzling disorder. People of all ages can get APD - children and adults alike. In children, it can be mistaken for hyperactivity and ADHD, and adults may think they are suffering from hearing loss as they grow older. This book explains APD; if you should tested; what you should do if you are diagnosed with APD; and how to live with APD. The book also discusses various treatments for those suffering with APD, and has helpful checklists to help guide you in your quest for answers. The book also lists resources for those looking to find more information and support, and a glossary so you can become familiar with related terms. MyParenTime.com highly recommends the book, "When the Brain Can't Hear" - it is an informative and helpful resource for those wanting to learn more about Auditory Processing Disorder. I know I certainly learned a lot :-).
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Summary: Read the Whole Book Before you Review It!
Review: For the reader who said that this book is depressing, consists entirely of case studies, and provides no concrete information regarding diagnosis or, especially, treatment, I couldn't help but notice that you wrote your review when you had only read half of the book. Read on! You will find specific recommendations for diagnosis, understanding APD and its relationship to language and learning, and tons of treatment approaches that offer hope for children and adults with APD. The case studies serve to illustrate how these disorders affect people in the real world, and you may see yourself, your child, your parent, or your spouse in them. But this is the only book written for the layperson that really, truly does provide guidance that is scientifically sound from a world renowned expert in the field. Next time, please read the whole book before you review it!!
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Summary: I agree with The Woj...
Review: I bought this book because it was the only book in the bookstore with any information on CAPD. I am only about halfway through it but I do feel that it's mostly case studies and it does seem like she is almost defending herself and her CAPD, by proving that it truly does exist, rather than what to do about treating it. My 8 year old son was recently diagnosed with a CAPD and this book has me frightened for his future. She lays out all the negative things that can happen to a child who grows up with a CAPD, such as distancing themselves from people for fear of being made fun of, lack of social skills, feeling stupid, or having trouble in their jobs. I know he has this CAPD, what I want to know is what I can do to help him not have these issues to deal with in the future. So far, I am doubtful that there will come a point in this book where I will get that information. I would not recommend this book to someone just getting familiar with CAPD. It seriously put me into a panic and depression about what type of life my child will have in the future. It focuses more on the negative aspects that could happen instead of treatment for CAPD. I am sorry I bought it and wish I could get a refund.
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Summary: Loved this book
Review: I have known Teri Bellis for nearly 19 years, ever since we were graduate students in Santa Barbara in the mid-80s. She was a brilliant scholar and incredibly well-rounded person even then. Reading this book demonstrated for me that this remains true. Her writing style is at once lucid and almost literary. When I was recently enrolled in a doctoral program in audiology, I had the good fortune of taking a couple of courses in the area of CAPD (or APD, or whatever acronym applies). Teri's research and writings factored heavily into the mix. She managed to generate in me an ongoing interest in this rather nebulous area of study. This book for the masses should do the same for the layperson. I heartily recommend it.
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Summary: I Knew Her When...
Review: I have known Teri Bellis for nearly 19 years, ever since we were graduate students in Santa Barbara in the mid-80s. She was a brilliant scholar and incredibly well-rounded person even then. Reading this book demonstrated for me that this remains true. Her writing style is at once lucid and almost literary. When I was recently enrolled in a doctoral program in audiology, I had the good fortune of taking a couple of courses in the area of CAPD (or APD, or whatever acronym applies). Teri's research and writings factored heavily into the mix. She managed to generate in me an ongoing interest in this rather nebulous area of study. This book for the masses should do the same for the layperson. I heartily recommend it.
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Summary: Concrete help for those desperately seeking solutions!
Review: It can be so easy to dismiss it as a lack of interest or a lack of attention:
** The student who doesn't follow directions in class.
** The spouse who denies all knowledge of something you specifically told them. Even those who search for a cause are often told that hearing tests show that hearing is "normal". But sometimes your instincts still shout that something isn't right & it's for those families that When the Brain Can't Hear was written. For those struggling to understand what an auditory processing disorder is -- this book will be a God-send. As Dr. Bellis describes the many faces of APD through a series of case studies she presents clearly what it is AND what it isn't. The middle section of the book, which discusses the actual processes of hearing & language, is probably more technical than most layman will appreciate. However, Dr. Bellis more than makes up for this with her extensive sections on treating and living with APD. These sections offer a wonderful array of practical tips and suggestions. I would highly recommend this book as one offering concrete help for those desperately seeking solutions!
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Summary: Understanding my child
Review: Ms. Bellis writes in a clear and simple manner allowing the lay person to comprehend the complexities of APD. She is mindful of the differential diagnosis' and the individualized attention each case must receive. She makes it clear that not every auditory problem is an APD. Ms. Bellis takes the reader from understanding APD, demystifying it, to treatment plans. Also the book contains an excellent term glossary so all the scientific jargon can be kept straight. A wonderful book to begin ones knowledge of APD.
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Summary: very, very helpful
Review: Teri Bellis' new book is fantastic... A must-read for anyone whose life is touched by auditory processing disorder (family, teachers, medical professionals, etc). I bought it for myself and sent it to friends and family. I'm planning on passing it along to our pediatrician and our ENT, as well, since their awareness of this disorder could have saved us years of searching for answers! Maybe our knowledge can help someone else. _When the Brain Can't Hear_ is a well-written and easily read explanation of what APD is, what it isn't, and what it might be. This makes sense as APD identification often requires a good deal of detective work, particularly when the 'patient' is a child. Dr. Bellis takes a conservative approach to APD identification, frequently reminding the reader not to make assumptions without appropriate data... but she doesn't just say "hey, maybe you have it and maybe you don't." She gives you other options to consider, too, so you're not left hanging if APD isn't the answer to your questions. In reading this book, I learned a great deal about how APD manifests, what causes (what might cause) the different manifestations, and ways to address these areas. The only area I had trouble with was treatment specific to subtype. Dr. Bellis uses a system to categorize types of APD that seemed a bit too cut and dry for me. I had some difficulty identifying my daughter's subtype (her evaluation was done by someone who doesn't use the same system of classification) and therefore figuring out which treatment methods Dr. Bellis felt would best remediate her specific symptoms. Overall, however, the book gave me plenty to consider both in terms of understanding the disorder and better understanding the many treatment options. I highly recommend this book. If you only read one book on APD, this is the one you should read.
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Summary: Loved this book
Review: This book is indispensible for the audiologist/SLP/parent/professional working with APD. I only wish we could have read this one BEFORE the text books in grad school..would have made much more sense. Very nicely written, presenting of scenarios was important...more info to assimilate to your childs difficulty. May of seemed cut and dry to some, but if it was not, you would be reading the unabridged version and toting it on wheels. Not everyone uses the same categorization strategy...but that is the beauty of research and ongoing learning...take some info from each and you are well rounded. Maybe those who chose to go only half way through the book and not PAST the case studies to the theraputic ideas are the same ones hoping for a quick remedy. This disorder takes time and patience and an informed parent. Good Luck..... challenges and good times are ahead. Thanks Terri for giving us all a small part of you....A fellow CCC-A
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Summary: 300 Pages Of Case Studies....
Review: This book spends most of it's time presenting case studies with very little practical information. It seems to go on endlessly with the author's personal experiences. Almost like she's trying to convince herself as well as the reader that this disorder really exists. My wife purchased this book on sight at a local book store. She read the cover flaps and hoped we might gain some insight on how to help our son. You can't judge a book by the cover. There is very little material here (except for a few very basic and vague techniques) one can apply to actually helping someone who has or is suspected of having APD. There's almost 200 pages gone before anything even remotely practical on treatmant is written. Actually, most places in this book where the term "APD" is written, you could substitute "PDD", "ADD", "ADHD" or whatever the fad diagnosis of the month is. It would still read about the same.
If you have a child with learning disabilities I suggest William Shaw's book "Biological Treatments for Autism and PDD".
Shaw's book demonstrates concrete ways on how to help you child.
This book left us with more questions than answers. ...
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