Central Auditory Processing and Cognitive Functions in Children
Abstract Introduction Nowadays, there is no consensus on whether central auditory processing disorder is a primary or a secondary deficit to other cognitive deficits. A better understanding of the association between cognitive functions and central auditory skills may help elucidate this dilemma. O...
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Published in | International Archives of Otorhinolaryngology Vol. 26; no. 1; pp. e020 - e031 |
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Main Authors | , , , |
Format | Journal Article |
Language | English Portuguese |
Published |
Rua do Matoso 170, Rio de Janeiro, RJ, CEP 20270-135, Brazil
Thieme Revinter Publicações Ltda
01.01.2022
Fundação Otorrinolaringologia |
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Summary: | Abstract
Introduction
Nowadays, there is no consensus on whether central auditory processing disorder is a primary or a secondary deficit to other cognitive deficits. A better understanding of the association between cognitive functions and central auditory skills may help elucidate this dilemma.
Objective
To investigate possible associations between auditory abilities and cognitive functions in schoolchildren.
Methods
Fifty-eight schoolchildren, aged between 8 years and 0 months old and 11 years and 11 months old, who underwent the following tests: masking level difference, gaps in noise, pitch pattern sequence test, dichotic digits test, sustained auditory attention ability test, Wechsler intelligence scale for children – IV, junior Hayling test, five digits test, and behavior rating inventory of executive function.
Results
Significant correlations were found between the hearing ability of temporal resolution and executive functions, temporal ordering/sequencing, binaural integration and separation, and sustained auditory attention, operational memory, inhibitory control, and cognitive flexibility; binaural integration was also associated with intelligence. The statistically significant positive correlation found between the ability of binaural interaction and the components of emotional control and behavior regulation of the behavior rating inventory of executive function was unexpected.
Conclusion
The associations identified reinforce the complexity of the tasks involved in the evaluation of central auditory processing and the need for multidisciplinary evaluation for the differential diagnosis of auditory processing disorder. Confirmation of the presence or absence of comorbidities between different disorders allows directing the therapeutic behaviors and reducing the impact of possible auditory and/or cognitive deficits in the different daily life situations of children. |
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ISSN: | 1809-9777 1809-4864 1809-4864 |
DOI: | 10.1055/s-0040-1722158 |