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Stuttering is a misunderstood difference in speech pattern. Research now tells us that stuttering is a neurological condition that interferes with the production of speech to create disruptions, or “disfluencies” in a person’s speech. Unfortunately, false assumptions and negative stereotypes about stuttering still persist. These myths, if left unchecked, can lead to prejudice and discrimination from the public and can influence how people who stutter view themselves. Here are

The more we understand stuttering, the better we can educate others about it. The NSA has partnered with leading stuttering specialists and researchers to provide accurate information about stuttering. Here are a few facts about stuttering: Stuttering usually begins in childhood, between the ages of 2 and 5 years. It’s estimated that about 1% of the world’s population stutters, though about 5% of children go through a period of stuttering. Stuttering can begin gradually and d

While there is currently no cure for stuttering that works consistently, across time, for all people, there are various options that may help people who stutter. Some methods focus on promoting confident and effective communication, facilitating desensitization to stuttering, practicing mindfulness, modifying speech, and/or exploring stuttering acceptance. Like any good treatment, help for people who stutter should be tailored to the individual. In other words, what works for

What Is Stuttering? Stuttering  is a natural variation in speech  in which the timing and flow of spoken language include moments of repetition, prolongation, or blocking  of sounds and words. These moments are simply examples of the many ways humans produce speech. Commonly Observed Features Repetitions  – repeating sounds, syllables, or words (e.g., “I-I-I want to go”). Prolongations  – stretching out a sound (e.g., “ssssun”). Blocks  – pauses where speech momentarily stops

For those who stutter, the journey to confident communication can be challenging, but with the right support, progress is possible.

Supporting People Who Stutter and the LGBTQIA+ Community in the Workplace

Stuttering, often relegated to the periphery of public discourse, carries profound implications for those who experience it firsthand. As...