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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.

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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!

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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.

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Jan 03, 2018

New Year's Resolutions

A few words about setting New Year's Resolutions for people who stutter.

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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?"

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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