Discovering A Non Traditional Listening Therapy And Program

By Amy Watson


Parents and therapists can often find it difficult to create or locate a therapeutic program for autistic children. While this is the case, a new Non traditional listening therapy has been found to help in some cases. When looking to try one of these programs, it is important to note that some are better than others.

All audio integrated therapies fall under the umbrella of auditory training programs. When it comes to therapies focused on autistic children, two of the most popular programs include Somonas and Tomatis, both of which are based on listening to different sounds. While popular, many of these and other programs have shown no proof to the effectiveness of these type programs.

The debate as to whether these programs can help autistic children continues to be an ongoing one. For, while some parents and therapists have seen progress using these type therapies, the American Academy of Pediatrics does not promote or support programs of this nature. While this is the case, there are still others whom believe the programs and therapies can provide tools necessary to help autistic children deal with a variety of difficulties which may arise as children and adults.

As with all programs and therapies, some children respond better than others. It is for this reason that most programs offered in this area are still on a trial basis. One reason that there is skepticism is due to the cost of the equipment and therapies associated with these type therapies such as headphones, specialized CD players, CDs and other equipment. Whereas, if the material was to be made available online, then anyone with an internet connection could simply listen to audio with a pair of earplugs and without having to purchase a number of products to complete a program.

In addition, it is important to avoid any of these programs which are prohibitively expensive, such as those which require ongoing purchases of equipment, and other materials over time. Parents also need to ask to see evidence that the program has been beneficial to other students before registering or place a deposit on one of these programs. For, while there are good programs which can be beneficial, there are also individuals whom promote these type programs and therapies whom are only out to make money.

Before enrolling a child in this type therapy, it is often advised that parents obtain a second opinion. Whereas, if the child is undergoing medical treatment, it is important to check with the primary health care provider as to whether the therapy may be appropriate considering other health issues.

In all cases, it is advised that parents and therapists looking at these type therapies and programs read a variety of reviews of any programs of interest. In addition, if possible, it is also advised that a background check be ran on the owners and therapists whom will be involved with the child during the course of a program. For, while most programs are legitimate, there are also those which are based more on monetary aspects than the health and welfare of clients.

When it comes to these programs, the harm can come in a number of ways. For example, when adding or changing therapies, a child can often experience a great deal of hopes and dreams. Then, when those hopes and dreams do not come to pass, the child can experience more anxiety and depression than was the case before starting other therapies and programs.




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