The Need for and Development of an Adaptive Listening and Communication Enhancement (LACE™) Program

Sweetow, Robert W.; Sabes, Jennifer Henderson

doi:10.3766/jaaa.17.8.2

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“…It is believed that by enhancing the speech signal, more resources are made available for use in higher-level auditory processing. Auditory training has been shown to be successful for children with language learning disorders [86][87], for improving satisfaction and performance of adult hearing aid users [86][87][88], and for enhancing the memory of older adults [89]. An accumulating body of literature shows that auditory training has the potential to change neural function, as demonstrated by changes in electrophysiological metrics such as increased P300 amplitude and decreased latency to speech signals [87,90] and changes in the amplitude and latencies of the N1-P2 complex [91][92].…”

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Blast exposure and dual sensory impairment: An evidence review and integrated rehabilitation approach

Saunders¹,

Echt²

2012

JRRD

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Abstract-Combat exposures to blast can result in both peripheral damage to the ears and eyes and central damage to the auditory and visual processing areas in the brain. The functional effects of the latter include visual, auditory, and cognitive processing difficulties that manifest as deficits in attention, memory, and problem solving-symptoms similar to those seen in individuals with visual and auditory processing disorders. Coexisting damage to the auditory and visual system is referred to as dual sensory impairment (DSI). The number of Operation Iraqi Freedom/Operation Enduring Freedom Veterans with DSI is vast; yet currently no established models or guidelines exist for assessment, rehabilitation, or service-delivery practice. In this article, we review the current state of knowledge regarding blast exposure and DSI and outline the many unknowns in this area. Further, we propose a model for clinical assessment and rehabilitation of blast-related DSI that includes development of a coordinated team-based approach to target activity limitations and participation restrictions in order to enhance reintegration, recovery, and quality of life.

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Section: Rehabilitationmentioning

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Blast exposure and dual sensory impairment: An evidence review and integrated rehabilitation approach

Saunders¹,

Echt²

2012

JRRD

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“…Further study with more sensitive tests is needed to evaluate the impact of syllable identification training on sentence processing. Recently, more complex adaptive training sequences have shown efficacy in improving sentence test scores [66].…”

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Perceptual training improves syllable identification in new and experienced hearing aid users

Stecker

Bowman²,

Yund³

et al. 2006

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Abstract-We assessed the effects of perceptual training of syllable identification in noise on nonsense syllable test (NST) performance of new (Experiment 1) and experienced (Experiment 2) hearing aid (HA) users with sensorineural hearing loss. In Experiment 1, new HA users were randomly assigned to either immediate training (IT) or delayed training (DT) groups. IT subjects underwent 8 weeks of at-home syllable identification training and in-laboratory testing, whereas DT subjects underwent identical in-laboratory testing without training. Training produced large improvements in syllable identification in IT subjects, whereas spontaneous improvement was minimal in DT subjects. DT subjects then underwent training and showed performance improvements comparable with those of the IT group. Training-related improvement in NST scores significantly exceeded improvements due to amplification. In Experiment 2, experienced HA users received identical training and testing procedures as users in Experiment 1. The experienced users also showed significant training benefit. Trainingrelated improvements generalized to untrained voices and were maintained on retention tests. Perceptual training appears to be a promising tool for improving speech perception in new and experienced HA users.

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“…that auditory training involving the practice of a variety of listening situations as part of an auditory rehabilitation intervention programme (with home practice tasks as well) will lead to enhanced speech recognition and better perception in various listening situations. Similarly, a study conducted by Sweetow and Sabes [28] developed a home-based computerised listening and communication enhancement programme for hearing impaired adults which showed that participants who used the training programme improved significantly in terms of both subjective and objective measures.…”

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Development of an Auditory Rehabilitation Training Programme for Hearing Impaired Adults in Saudi Arabia

Alkhamees¹,

Bryan²,

Mahon³

2016

JHS

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Abstract:Hearing impairment is one of the most common sensory disabilities, affecting millions of people worldwide. The current management of acquired hearing impairment in adults is usually in the form of hearing aids. An auditory rehabilitation programme may or may not be provided although literature suggests that such programmes may enhance hearing aid benefits. This study was conducted in an Arabic-speaking country, specifically Saudi Arabia, and is the first to develop an auditory rehabilitation intervention programme in the Arabic language that focuses on working age adults who are new hearing aid users. Randomised intervention study design. Thirty-five participants with mild to severe acquired hearing loss (intervention group n = 18, control group n = 17). Significant changes were found in the performance of the intervention group in the Minimal Audible Capabilities (MAC) test, a lip reading test and the Glasgow Hearing Aid Benefit Profile (GHABP) questionnaire when compared with the control group. No significant difference was found in speech test scores between the two groups. A short individualised auditory rehabilitation intervention programme can yield a significant improvement in the performance of hearing impaired adults by enhancing the benefits of hearing aid use.

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The Need for and Development of an Adaptive Listening and Communication Enhancement (LACE™) Program

Cited by 222 publications

References 56 publications

Blast exposure and dual sensory impairment: An evidence review and integrated rehabilitation approach

Blast exposure and dual sensory impairment: An evidence review and integrated rehabilitation approach

Perceptual training improves syllable identification in new and experienced hearing aid users

Development of an Auditory Rehabilitation Training Programme for Hearing Impaired Adults in Saudi Arabia

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