Stuttering Facts
The exact cause of stuttering is widely known.
False. Although stuttering has been widely researched, the cause of stuttering remains somewhat a mystery. It is believed to be an overlap of genetic, birth, and developmental influences.
Super tall basketball player who played for the Lakers.
Who is Shaq?
Do more males or females stutter?
Soccer
What are the names of Mickey's dog best friend and his pet dog?
Goofy and Pluto
"Can you [silent effort to speak] call?" is an example of this type of stuttering?
What is blocking?
She starred in the movie "The Quiet Place" and "Jungle Cruise".
Who is Emily Blunt?
Is stuttering the same all the time?
No, stuttering is variable. A person may be completely fluent in one situation and extremely disfluent in another situation.
What sport do racecars drive fast around a track?
Nascar
This "weird" Marvel hero used to work in a hospital as a surgeon
Doctor Strange
"I have a d-d-d-dog" is an example of this type of stuttering.
What is sound repetition?
The current President of the United States of America.
Who is Joe Biden?
How many people in the world stutter?
70 million people; 1% of the population
Name 2 positions in baseball
pitcher, 1st, 2nd, 3rd base, shortstop, catcher, left, right, center field
Describe the strategy light contacts
Articulators touch very lightly
"I-I-I need some money" is an example of this this type of stuttering.
What is whole word repetition?
A red-headed British pop singer who plays the guitar.
Who is Ed Sheeran?
Is stuttering caused by anxiety or nerves?
No. Although interference with speech is sometimes triggered by emotional or situational factors, stuttering is basically neurological and physiological – not psychological – in nature.
In football, how many points is a touchdown worth?
6
Describe the strategy pausing and phrasing
Slow rate of speech, take natural pauses
"Sssssssssometimes I stutter" is an example of this type of stuttering.
What is prolongation?
The voice of Mufasa in "The Lion King" and Darth Vader in "Star Wars".
Who is James Earl Jones?
Does speaking more than one language contribute to stuttering?
No. People who speak more than one language might stutter, just like individuals who speak one language, but it is not a cause of stuttering.
How many positions are there in basketball?
5
What is the name of Batman's secret identity?
Who is Bruce Wayne