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.

In fact, the American Academy of Pediatrics claim these therapies have no merit and at times can do more harm than good. At the same time, there are parents, teachers and therapists whom have seen positive results. As such, it is up to parents and professionals to determine whether or not these type programs could be of benefit to a child based on overall health and other factors.

As with most programs of this nature, some children respond more positively than others. While this is the case, it is not only whether or not the programs are effective but also the cost involved. For, in a number of cases, these type therapies can be extremely expensive.

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.

While most suggest this is not a good idea, it is up to each parent to consult with a therapist to determine if the therapy is a good addition to an ongoing therapeutic regiment. In addition, there are also times when a parent may need to check with a primary care provider in relation as to whether completing this type therapy is appropriate for a child with 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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