Practical Thoughts Blog
Feb 27, 2018
Generalization is a challenge!
Generalization is one of the most difficult parts of stuttering therapy for clinicians and clients alike. We can support our clients' success when we come to understand why generalization is so hard.
Feb 24, 2018
Timed Oral Reading Tests for Children Who Stutter?
This one is simple...No! Timed reading tests are not designed for children who stutter.
Feb 20, 2018
Addressing Secondary Characteristics
Children who stutter often exhibit physical behaviors when they stutter. The key to addressing them is understanding the reasons those "secondary characteristics" develop, rather than focusing on the observable behaviors themselves.
Feb 15, 2018
Support Resources for People Who Stutter, Their Families, and Their SLPs
We are fortunate to have several organizations dedicated to help people who stutter and their families. Here are links to self-help/support organizations in the United States.
Feb 03, 2018
When do we recommend therapy for teens?
Many teens who stutter can benefit from treatment, but it's important that this treatment comes at the right time. Understanding the relationships between "pain of change" and the "pain of staying the same" can help speech-language pathologists know when and how to help teens who stutter.
Feb 01, 2018
Not-So-Famous People Who Stutter
People who stutter can certainly gain inspiration from hearing about famous people who stutter...They might find even more benefit in meeting and actually getting to know not-so-famous people who are living their lives to the fullest regardless of whether or not they stutter!
Jan 06, 2018
Increasing Our Confidence as Stuttering Therapists
Every speech-language pathologist can become an outstanding stuttering therapist. First, though, we have to build our confidence about stuttering and about working with people who stutter.
Jan 04, 2018
The Most Important Resolution
Dr. Yaruss challenges speech-language pathologists to help people who stutter be kinder to themselves.
Jan 03, 2018
New Year's Resolutions
A few words about setting New Year's Resolutions for people who stutter.
Jan 01, 2018
How long do we wait?
Dr. Yaruss discusses the age-old question, "How long should I wait before recommending therapy for a preschool child who stutters?"
Dec 25, 2017
Stuttering and the Holidays
The holiday time can be full of excitement and joy, but it can also bring some added stress. When parents learn that it's okay if their child stutters more during the holidays, they can keep their focus on the blessings of the season.
Dec 22, 2017
Talk About Stuttering with Preschoolers?
Dr. J. Scott Yaruss explains that it is okay to talk to young children about stuttering!
