Use of behavioural tests in early diagnosis of hearing loss
Weir, C.G.
Acta Oto-Laryngologica. Supplementum 421: 86-92
1985
ISSN/ISBN: 0365-5237 PMID: 3862333 Document Number: 261525
Behavioral tests for infant hearing loss are surveyed. Two automated tests for newborns are described. Early results of validity studies indicate that they are promising techniques. The results of research on 1-5 mo. olds is summarized. The reasons why clinical assessment at this age is not often attempted are discussed. Distraction test methods and their validity are mentioned. The need for repeated testing for infant hearing loss and continued research into the reliability and validity of existing assessemnt techniques is emphasized.