Dear Parent or Professional,

We at Advanced Brain Technologies strive to develop programs that will help people reach their fullest potential. The Listening Program is one such program which has shown to be of great value for many individuals on the Autistic Spectrum. While not a cure for Autism, when used in combination with a therapeutic program tailored to individual needs, The Listening Program can be an effective intervention for children in the autistic spectrum.


What is The Listening Program?

An auditory intervention using Music Based Sound Stimulation currently available in an Audio CD format that is appropriate for ages three and older.

The CDs are listened to through headphones meeting certain technical specifications in the home, office, school, or healthcare facility.

The listening experience is very enjoyable, which helps maintain program compliance. Parents can administer a child's program and adults can self administer, with monitoring and consultation from an Authorized Provider of The Listening Program.

Advanced Brain Technologies, LLC (ABT) developed The Listening Program building upon key concepts originated by the late Alfred Tomatis, M.D., a pioneer in the field of auditory intervention.

These concepts have been advanced through deeper study, new technologies and a more in-depth understanding of music, sensory integration, sound engineering, neurodevelopment, and neuroplasticity.

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The Listening Program.


Program Design

Eleven 60-minute CDs are available, with many more to be released in coming months. Each CD has a unique combination of music, nature sounds, and sound processing techniques. Eight are available within a system with one CD progressively building to the next by increasing the intensity and complexity of the auditory stimulation. Three are available individually with each addressing a specific area of function. These are used as an adjunct to the other eight.

The modular design of the CDs make the system easy to use. This allows the program to be individualized to meet the unique needs of each listener. Daily listening time ranges from 5-30 minutes per day, five days per week.

TLP is designed so that daily input over an extended time period produces a gradual change with initial gains seen within 40 hours of listening.


Commonly Reported Benefits

The Listening Program most commonly reported benefits to a child in the Autistic Spectrum are in the following areas:

Increasing Engagement The listening experience can help improve self image and lead to a better sense of body in space. As listeners become more comfortable in their body and surroundings, and have a reduction in tactile defensiveness, they may initiate more contact and respond better to others. They often start to pay more attention and start to make eye contact. An important aspect with increased engagement includes a reduction in aggressive behavior and a desire for more affection.

Emerging Skills Sound stimulation has commonly shown an accelerated rate of progress with therapeutic, neurodevelopmental, academic, and behavioral programs. As these areas are addressed with individualized programs, listening helps facilitate better integration and organization in the sensory and motor systems leading to a more rapid rate of skill acquisition and desired outcomes.

Auditory Processing We can only process a sound if we can hear it well. We monitor our communication through listening to others and ourselves. The Listening Program helps to improve the rate and accuracy of sound perception. As the brain learns to better process sound, there is a corresponding improvement in auditory processing and receptive language. As this improves the ability to perceive enhances often resulting in improved communication.

Reducing Sound Sensitivity Hypersensitivity to sound can be debilitating for anyone, especially those with additional sensory processing problems. The Listening Program provides sound stimulation which helps the nervous system to better modulate sensory input. With a better ability to modulate sensory input there is often a reduction in abnormal sensory perception, especially the perception of sound. Reducing sound sensitivity allows one to be more comfortable in their environment as they no longer have to protect themselves from unwanted incoming sounds.

Parents

Advanced Brain Technologies initiated an outreach to our network of Authorized Providers who have experience using The Listening Program with individuals in the Autistic Spectrum. To be referred to a professional in your area who is currently accepting new clients within the Autistic Spectrum please contact Mandy Eyre by phoning (801) 622-5676. You may also complete a brief referral request form to be connected with an Authorized Provider who can assist your family.


Professionals

Training is made available to health, therapeutic and educational professionals who wish to offer The Listening Program through their school, clinic or hospital. If you would like to receive information on professional training programs please contact us at (801) 622-5676 or complete a brief information request form.