Facts
What percent of the general population stutters?
1%
What is the definition of stuttering?
A communication disorder involving the disruptions, or "disfluencies" in a person's speech.
What is the cure for stuttering?
No cure that will work consistently for all people, over time.
What is the precise cause of stuttering?
Unknown
What happens in addition to the stuttering disfluencies?
Physical tension, struggles with speech, and emotional factors (embarrassment, anxiety, fear).
What are two aims for speech therapy for adults?
Learn the manage their stutter and improve their self-esteem and self-confidence so they can communicate more freely and effectively.
When does stuttering typically start?
2 1/2 to 5 years old
What can increase the tendency to stutter?
Fatigue, stress, and time pressure
What are 2 natural causes of stuttering?
Neurological and Physiological
What percent of people have stuttered at some point in their lives?
4 to 5%
What can make stuttering worse?
When the person tries to hide their stutter.
Is it possible for stuttering to be inherited?
Yes
Is stuttering more common for males or females?
Males
Day-to-day and the speaking situation
Acceptance of stuttering which requires patience and understanding.