Reading this book, which is for teens who stutter, provides the reader with practical knowledge pertaining to the onset of stuttering, how to cope with stuttering (feelings associated with stuttering), and options to treat or improve fluency if wanted.
Key Words:
• Tension
Key Statements:
• If you find yourself avoiding speaking, or even avoiding participating in some activities, your world is revolving around stuttering.
• You already know the bad news- there’s no cure for stuttering. The good news is- you can change what you do.
• With lots of work and effort on your part, and perhaps someone to help, you can stop avoiding those situations in which you fear you will stutter.
• If stuttering is not bothering you now, there is no reason for …show more content…
Attempting to hide, or avoid stuttering will only exacerbate the problem. Gaining knowledge and confidence are great ways for those who stutter to learn more about the issue causing them much distress. Additionally, those who stutter are not the only individuals affected. Parents and school personnel may be unaware of the complications teens who stutter experience. A simple conversation using the methods outlined within the text may improve speaking situations vastly. It is crucial for teens who stutter to understand that stuttering that does define them and is one characteristic out of many. For teens who stutter, their own reaction to stuttering will influence the reaction of others thereto. Likewise, not all those who stutter seek treatment and absolutely capable of coping with their stutter unaided. Self-treatment techniques are provided within the text; information is also provided for those who wish to seek therapy. After reading the text, the reader will obtain knowledge about why teens stutter (cause is unknown), how teens may feel about their stutter, and how to proceed if