Stuttering

Stuttering can be a natural part of developing speech and language; HOWEVER,  if it persists longer than 3-4 weeks, then it may be a concerning behavior.  Whether the stuttering is temporary due to speech and language development or whether it is becoming a true fluency disorder, there are some communication "rules" to follow.

STUTTERING

HOME STRATEGIES

 

1.  Create a comfortable communication environment by:

            Reducing the rate of your own speech

            Slowing down your routines/environment

            Eliminating interruptions

2.  Add new strategies:

            Slow talking using a soft, quiet voice

            Increase your use of pauses when you talk

            Increase your use of think time when she asks questions or talks to you  

            Allow her to have more time to respond to you

            Increase relaxation time (soft music may help, laughing)

            Gentle comments about how you take your time when you talk

           

 

NEVER FINISH WHAT HE/SHE IS SAYING - LET HIM/HER FINISH WHAT HE/SHE IS SAYING

NEVER DRAW ATTENTION TO HIS/HER STUTTERING