Coping Strategies People with CAPD often have difficulty with background noise. Altering the acoustics of the environment can help them process the sounds around them. Reducing reverberation within a room with curtains, etc. is helpful. In a classroom environment a person with CAPD should be seated up front where they have a good view of the teacher. Being able to see the person talking to them is helpful.
Teachers working with students who have CAPD can help in a number of ways.
They can make sure the student is paying attention when they begin anything new. Get the student s eye contact before proceeding. Monitor the child s progress periodically by asking them questions and making sure they have understood what has been said so far before continuing on. Instead of repeating information, rephrase it. Incorporate rephrasing techniques in lesson plans by stating definitions two or more ways using different words each time.