Auditory Processing Disorder

A disorder in one or more of the basic psychological processes involved in understanding or using language, spoken or written, that affects the ability to listen, think, speak, read, write, spell, or do mathematical calculations. This is the most common disability category under IDEA and includes conditions like dyslexia, dysgraphia, and dyscalculia.

An IDEA disability category for students with limited strength, vitality, or alertness — including heightened alertness to environmental stimuli — due to chronic or acute health problems. ADHD is the most common condition qualifying under OHI. Other conditions include epilepsy, diabetes, Tourette syndrome, and sickle cell anemia.

Changes in how a student accesses information or demonstrates learning that do not fundamentally alter the curriculum or lower expectations. Examples include extended time on tests, preferential seating, audio books, large print, note-taking assistance, and breaks during tests.

A related service provided by a licensed speech-language pathologist (SLP) to address communication difficulties. This may include articulation, language comprehension, expressive language, fluency (stuttering), voice, pragmatic (social) language, and feeding/swallowing issues.