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Summary: Journey of a mother's devotion
Review: A mother can usually sense if there is a problem with her child -- but what if the solution is not right in front of you? In this book you'll follow the personal experiences of a courageous mother, Karen Foli, and her son Ben.The book, "Like Sound Through Water: A Mother's Journey Through Auditory Processing Disorder," by Karen Foli, allows readers to follow along on Karen's personal journey during her young son's life. You'll be there at her son's birth; read about the problems Ben has at school; and read about the numerous testing and therapy sessions. Through all of this, Karen has had her share of doubt and disappointments. She knew that Ben was different from other children -- that he wasn't developing as they were. His speech was delayed and he had trouble communicating. Despite negative test results by schools and misdiagnoses by doctors, Karen continued to look for answers. She finally found them from an audiologist, who discovered that Ben had an auditory processing disorder (APD). Ben had problems processing sounds. ... the author's words speak to the reader like a close friend. It'll bring you on an emotional, personal and triumphant journey of a mother's struggle to find answers about her son. You'll understand how powerful a mother's love and devotion is, and you'll also learn a great deal about auditory processing disorder.
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Summary: Inspiration for a nervous Mom of an APD child
Review: Dr. Foli has crafted a book which seamlessly combines a heart-wrenching story of love and commitment, with an informative work examining the symptoms and difficulties associated with Auditory Processing Disorder. With no exaggeration, I could not put this book down once I began reading it. The similarities between Dr. Foli's son's and my own son's development were chilling - the similarities between my own feelings of guilt and grief and those so eloquently described by Dr. Foli were profound.
This book is a must-read for parents of children with APD, as well as extended family, teachers, speech therapists, and school administrators who interact with APD children. I expect that my copy of "Like Sound Through Water" will have passed through many hands by the time my son graduates (from college, magna cum laude)!
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Summary: Speech-Language Pathologist finds a resource for families
Review: I am a speech-language pathologist who works with young children with or suspected auditory processing disorders. For the first time, I read a book that let me know what a family was feeling and thinking throughout the process of diagnosing APD. Like Sound Though Water also gives a very acurate account of what a child experiences when they are diagnosed with APD. For years, I wondered what the family was feeling and thinking while going through this process and I believe Karen Foli presents her thoughts in a way that professionals can benefit.
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Summary: Absolutly touching story
Review: I was so touched by Foli's story. She wonderfully portrays the helplessness parents feel when their child is having difficulties. And the anguish and guilt that we heap upon ourselves. I truely loved and understood the journey her family took. It really made me understand that I am not alone and that other families go thru this as well. As parents we never feel like we are doing enough. But I loved how in the end she trusted her instincts and used the public school system. It really helped me to feel better about my decision to keep my children in the public school system as well.
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Summary: Amazing Account
Review: It was amazing to step into this account of Ben's family and their fight for a correct diagnosis and treatment. After reading the first chapter of Karen Foli's book, I told my husband, "This is our story. I could have written this book." After almost two years of testing and different therapy options, I finally had a professional confirm my suspicions two weeks ago: your child fits the criteria of a child with APD. WHile reading, I ached with the familiarity of the emotions Ms. Foli so transparently shared. Surprisingly, at a point in the book that seemed almost like an aside--the day she found a snake in her driveway--I found myself bursting into much-needed tears. I could so relate to "Snake-killing Mom" and the fierce desire to protect my family at any cost. This book is more than a wonderful resource for parents of APD children.It should be read by any parent of a child with special medical or developmental needs. It is a testament to the power of love and commitment in fighting for a child's future.
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Summary: A Mother's Response
Review: Karen Foli's book was extremely helpful to me as a mother of a son recently diagnosed with CAPD. I found myself in a situation where the professionals around me could only offer general information and direction for further help. I was desperate to learn how to help my child. I found other resources that gave me insight into the clinical diagnosis and treatment but Karen's book filled a void the others didn't. It offered a connection to a mother who had faced the same unknowns. Her perspective of the treatment options and school issues has been a source of support for me. As any parent of a child with CAPD will understand, we are all out there searching for the right fit for our own child. I greatly appreciate Karen writing this book and putting Ben's story to paper.
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Summary: Easy informative read
Review: My 8 year old son was just diagnosed with APD. I am not a reader, but I read this 280+ book in 2 days. I cried most of the way through it. This is my story. Someone else went through what I am going through. She talks about the guilt about not doing enough, she did so much for her son. I feel helpless most of the time and guilty over things I have no controll over. She talks specifically about the treatments, like the Fast ForWord software as well as other things she tried. I think now I can pick my head up and keep trying to help my son.
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Summary: Concerned Professional
Review: My only disappointment with this book is that it wasn't published 6 years ago when I was pulling out my hair going through the same heartache as the author. Ben's story is my son's story and through sheer desperation, tenacity and love we have travelled almost exactly the same path as Ben and his parents, with the same wonderful results. There is no single easy cure for APD. It's a constant chipping away with many therapies, but it can be done just as the author said. If you're struggling with APD, this book is an excellent road map to success! And for the record, APD IS NOT AUTISM!
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Summary: if you aren't sure, then read this book
Review: oh my. trying to write this review brings back the fear and anger of knowing my daughter wasn't autistic but yet was not "normal" by most standards. this book was the key to the cypher for me. foli's experience was almost identical to mine--all the misdiagnoses and attending misery. my daughter is 9 now. she's ferociously smart and doing well in a regular classroom. CAPD is nothing to be afraid of or saddened by, and having a child with this problem can be incredibly instructive for handling ALL children. my younger daughter has learned so much from just being a part of the struggle to understand and help her sister. please also read the books by teri james bellis--they're excellent for a more technical understanding of the problems of CAPD.
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Summary: Concerned Professional
Review: The message this book brings about is simply that of a parent and the family's journey. The underlying experience is important. APD has so many components that are unique to each child, it is unjust to think this is the "typical outcome". Ms. Foli seems abrupt at times but I also think many of those who don't understand APD, but would lead a parent to believe they do, leads to much frustration. As far as APD being a motor speech disorder, not sure I whole heartedly buy that one... Autism is very different, but those who display Autism can definately and often display APD qualities. APD is not a stand-alone, rest-your-hat-on-this-one type of disorder. But many with who display mainly APD qualities are productive successful citizens, I consider myself one of them. If you have been told your child will not be, get a second opinion. It is not a cookie-cutter disorder. Each child is unique. Take this book for what it is, one mom's journey, but realize your own may take on similarities but also my have very different turns. Borrow this book, it is a good read, but only for the one time you will read it...want something to sink your teeth into?? Look up Terri Bellis...
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