Stuttering / Fluency
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Stuttering / Fluency

Supporting fluent speech through strategies for managing repetitions and blocks.

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What is Stuttering / Fluency?

Stuttering is when a person's speech is interrupted by unplanned breaks, repetitions or stretches of sounds and words. It can vary from day to day and often gets more noticeable during stress, excitement, or pressure. Stuttering is not caused by anxiety or parenting.

Repeating sounds, words or phrases (“b-b-ball”)

Stretching out sounds (“ssssssun”)

Getting stuck and not being able to speak at all.

Physical movements such as uncontrollable face or body movements when trying to speak

How We Can Help

01

Building speech fluency through evidence-based approaches (like the Lidcombe Program for children, Camperdown Program for adults and adolescents)

02

Provide management strategies

03

Supporting self-confidence and self-advocacy

04

Helping parents and families support fluent, relaxed communication at home

Indicators

Signs to watch for:

  • Repeating sounds or syllables frequently

  • Long pauses or blocks when trying to speak

  • Visible tension or frustration while speaking

  • Avoiding talking or using fewer words to hide stuttering

  • Concerns about speech from the person or those around them

*These difficulties may vary depending on the participant's age.

“Every voice matters, and finding the right way to support that voice is our highest clinical priority.”

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