F.A.Q.

Stuttering Facts and Information

Preschoolers Stuttering and Your Child

Pre-schoolers Risk Factors

Many teens and adults who stutter have been to speech therapy for their stuttering at least once in their lives. Some people have been through years of therapy. Just because you may have had treatment for your stuttering in the past does not mean you shouldn't consider it again. It is common for stuttering to change over time or for emotions and attitudes about your speech to change as you have new experiences.

Stuttering and Your Child

Preschoolers Parent FAQs

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By Lisa Scott, Ph.D., The Florida State University

7?ÿWays to Help the Child Who Stutters

compiled by Barry Guitar, Ph.D. and Edward G. Conture, Ph.D.

1. Speak with your child in an unhurried way, pausing frequently. Wait a few seconds after your child finishes speaking before you begin to speak. Your own slow, relaxed speech will be far more effective than any criticism or advice such as "slow down" or "try it again slowly."

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Stuttering Therapy for Children

Written by Lisa Scott Trautman, Ph.D.

Should My Child Attend Speech Therapy?

Stuttering can become a lifelong part of talking for some people. However, it does not have to interfere with your childƒ??s ability to make friends, participate in the classroom, make good grades, form lasting relationships, or achieve career goals.