Auditory Verbal Therapy (AVT) is an evidence-based therapeutic approach designed to facilitate listening and spoken language development in individuals, typically children, who are deaf or hard of hearing. The primary objective of AVT is to teach these individuals to use their residual hearing and any hearing devices, such as hearing aids or cochlear implants, to develop strong auditory skills and acquire spoken language. It focuses on maximizing a child's ability to hear, interpret, and produce speech sounds, allowing them to communicate effectively in a hearing world. This therapy approach involves active participation from both the child and their parents or caregivers. Parents are educated and trained to become the primary facilitators of their child's listening and language development in everyday life situations. The underlying philosophy of Auditory Verbal Therapy is that with appropriate and early intervention, children with hearing loss can develop listening skills on par with their hearing peers, enabling them to access spoken language and integrate successfully into mainstream educational and social environments. The therapy is customized to the unique needs of each child, and progress is regularly monitored to adjust the therapy plan accordingly. In summary, Auditory Verbal Therapy is a family-centered approach that empowers children with hearing loss to develop listening and spoken language skills, providing them with the tools they need to communicate effectively and fully participate in the world around them.
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