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Covering Ears at Loud Sounds — Should You Worry?
Covering ears at loud sounds is very common in young children and usually a normal, protective response — not a cause for worry on its own. A gentle developmental check helps if it is frequent, very distressing, or paired with other observations like delayed speech or sensitivity to lights, textures or crowds. AbilityScore® is part of Pinnacle’s developmental assessment. Diagnosis, where needed, requires an appropriately qualified healthcare professional.
Read the answer AnswerWhat does it mean if my child covers their ears at loud sounds?
Covering the ears at loud sounds is usually a sign of sound sensitivity — the brain registering certain noises as overwhelming — and on its own does not mean autism or a hearing problem. It is common in young children and often settles with patience and the right support. AbilityScore® is part of Pinnacle’s developmental assessment. Diagnosis, where needed, requires an appropriately qualified healthcare professional.
Read the answer AnswerWhat to do if your child covers their ears at loud sounds
Covering the ears at loud sounds usually signals sensory sensitivity to sound, where a child's nervous system finds certain noises overwhelming. Parents can help by acknowledging the reaction, giving warnings before noisy moments, offering ear defenders, and creating a quiet retreat. A simple hearing check is also worthwhile. A clinical AbilityScore and any diagnosis are formed only at a Pinnacle Blooms Network centre under qualified clinician care.
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