What does the vestibular system NOT directly help with?

The vestibular system plays a crucial role in maintaining balance, spatial orientation, and coordination of movements in response to changes in position. It is primarily responsible for detecting head movements and providing the brain with information about the body's position in space.

In contrast, auditory processing and hearing are functions that are primarily associated with the auditory system rather than the vestibular system. While there may be some indirect interactions between the vestibular and auditory systems, such as in cases of certain vestibular disorders that can affect hearing, the primary function of the vestibular system does not include processing auditory information. Therefore, the correct answer identifies auditory processing and hearing as functions not directly related to the vestibular system, highlighting its distinct role in sensory perception and balance.