commentr/StutterMay 31, 2019

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if your teacher is aware of it it should not be a problem. my teacher came up to me before a exam and said I could be the last in line for the exam. So that I have more time to get my topic/points across cause I stutter. It didnt even cross my mind that I could ask for something like that, it was really helpful and thoughtful for my teach I never actually spoke to much in class just ocasionally. The exam went good even though I stuttered a bit nothing serious just carried on and didnt get caught up on it "being frustrated over a slip when having the exam". my tips would be: \- try to be expressive (change up tone of voice, body language as you speak would help me to "have less fear" over stuttering.) \- if you do stutter/block dont give yourself a hard time, try again in a softer pronounciation or take your time. \- they cant grade you according to your fluency, so as long as you have good points etc you should be fine \- Dont be tense, try to be relaxed and breathe from stomach to calm the nerves down most importantly look at a way to improve. I used to practice infront of a mirror to practice and it did help me to improve. Also dont be hard on yourself it's not the end of the world if you stutter. aslong as you dont get discouraged and let it go over your mood/presentation it should be fine. ​ Good luck wish to hear from you once its over :) hope the tips helped

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Coping & AdvocacyEmotional Experience

Subthemes

Fluency TechniquesSelf-Advocacy & BoundariesAnxiety & Social Judgment

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public_speaking