Mrs Vikki Van Zyl1
1University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
The purpose of the presentation is to discuss evidence gathered regarding the feasibility of the use of the Functional Listening Index – Paediatric (FLI-P®) for the assessment of auditory behaviour in children with typical hearing in New Zealand from birth to 3 and-a-half years of age. The FLI-P® is an evidence-based parental questionnaire that tracks listening skill development across six phases, from birth to 6 years of age, tracking listening development during critical and sensitive periods of neuroplasticity. It was developed and investigated by Aleisha Davis and team at The Shepherd Centre in Sydney. For this study, using a multi-centre, quantitative study design, the FLI-P® was completed by parents and caregivers completing an anonymous, online questionnaire. As the FLI-P® is a relatively new measure, it was important to gather data regarding reliability and validity for the New Zealand population. Ultimately, we hope to recommend its use in New Zealand, in addition to two questionnaires currently within clinical protocols. Results indicate that the FLI-P® is a valid parental questionnaire that can be used to assess the auditory development of children with typical hearing in New Zealand and it is recommended that use and inclusion of the FLI-P® be considered by paediatric audiologists in New Zealand to guide intervention.
Biography:
Vikki van Zyl is a Master of Audiology student from the University of Auckland, who completed her Masters thesis under the title “Use of the Functional Listening Index – Paediatric (FLI-P®) to evaluate the auditory development in children with typical hearing in New Zealand: A Pilot Study”. Thesis Primary Supervisor: Associate Professor Holly Teagle, University of Auckland.