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Adults and Adolescent Listening Checklist
Listening Problems are often a keycomponent in many communication and interaction difficulties. Yet, listening and hearing are not the same; many individuals with listening difficulties have normal or above average hearing. Since listening cannot be seen or tested easily this checklist will help you determine if perhaps, poor listening ability is an issue for you.
Check all that apply to you. Note that many people have some of the tendencies below. It is important to view your responses cumulatively to determine if you may be struggling with a listening problem
Developmental
History
Listening difficulties often develop early in life. Please note if
any of the following apply to you.
Environmental History
Have you ever been exposed to loud sounds like:
Did/or do you ever experience:
Receptive Listening and Language
This is the listening that is directed outward. It keeps us attuned to the world around us, to what's going on at home, at work, or in the classroom.
Expressive Listening and Language
This is listening that is directed within. We use it to control our voice when we speak and sing.
Behavioral/Social Adjustment
A listening difficulty is often related to these:
Motor Skills
This is listening to the body. These skills are related to the vestibular system of the ear, affecting balance, coordination, body image and spatial coordination.
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