OwlinFl84,

You might want to try using head phones or ear buds when watching TV. This will improve your ability to sort out the ambient sounds so you can focus on the dialogue of the program. The improvement can be remarkable.

Without my head phones, I have a similar problem. I hear the words but they get lost in the ambient sounds.

I can't read fiction or even overly descriptive non-fiction. There are too many people and concepts to keep in memory. I end up reading the words but not comprehending the subject.

As a general rule, female writers are harder for me to follow that most male writers. Male writers of non-fiction tend do be more mechanical in style. This allows my brain to fit the pieces of the writing together like a puzzle. The more abstract concepts are very difficult for me to process and comprehend.

Understanding if you have similar limits allow you to select readings that are comprehendable.

My best to you.