Dr. Rae Stout — an audiologist with AuDHD and the mother of two autistic children — shares why Auditory Processing Disorder (APD) is so often overlooked and why early detection is crucial.

She explores how APD, when combined with AuDHD, can create an “avalanche” effect that impacts access to social connections. Dr. Rae takes us on a poignant journey through her own years of being misunderstood — from her early attempts to join the ASL community to eventually finding her tribe.

She dives deep into the common misunderstandings and missed assessments surrounding APD, helping us see its frequent overlap with dyslexia and heightened sensitivity to external stimuli.

You can find her on Instagram and Facebook under Rae Stout, or visit her website at https://www.drraestout.com/

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