What is It?
What is Stuttering
A speech disorder that affects the fluency of speech.
Name one celebrity who stutters.
Joe Biden, Emily Blunt, Ed Sheeran, etc.
What are repetitions?
Repeating parts of words (e.g., “ba-ba-ba-ball”).
Should you finish someone’s sentence?
No, let them finish their own thoughts.
True or False: Stuttering can be cured overnight.
False. There is no overnight cure.
What causes stuttering?
It's not fully understood, can be genetic, neurological, or developmental.
Who was the famous King in “The King’s Speech”?
King George VI.
What is a block?
A silent pause where the person is stuck.
What should you do while someone who stutters is speaking?
Be patient, listen, don’t interrupt.
True or False: People who stutter are always shy.
False. Ppeople who stutter can be very outgoing.
Is stuttering a speech or language disorder?
It’s a speech disorder.
What singer said stuttering helped her become a better performer?
Carly Simon.
What is prolongation?
Stretching out sounds (e.g., “ssssnake”).
Why is eye contact important as a listener?
As a listener, it's respectful.
Is it helpful to tell someone to “slow down”?
No, it usually adds pressure.
True or False: Stuttering is rare.
True, about 1% of people stutter.
Name an athlete who stutters.
Shaquille O'Neal, Darren Sproles, Bob Love, or TigerWoods
Name two types of stuttering.
Repetitions and blocks.
What can make stuttering worse?
Stress, rushing, being interrupted.
Can stuttering run in families?
Yes. There’s a strong genetic link.
Does stuttering mean someone is nervous or not smart?
No. People who stutter are just as smart and confident as anyone else.
Name two famous people who stutter(ed).
James Earl Jones and Marilyn Monroe.
How can stuttering vary from day to day?
Emotions, situations, or environments can affect fluency.
What are some things you can say to support a peer who stutters?
“Take your time,” “You’ve got this,” “Thanks for sharing.”
Can people who stutter become great public speakers?
Yes! Many great speakers stutter or used to.