commentr/StutterSeptember 23, 2024

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I get that you’ve achieved fluency through traditional methods, and that’s great—but not everyone does. Stuttering is only “treatable” to a point, and for many, it remains a lifelong struggle, even with the best SLPs. You mention grimacing at brain surgery, but what about those who exhaust every non-invasive option with no results? Neuralink isn’t just about simple electrical stimulation—it’s targeting the neurological root cause of stuttering. Just like we’re exploring tech to help people walk again, we can tackle speech disorders too. Speech is complex, sure, but so is movement, and we’re making strides there. Dismissing this technology prematurely limits the potential for real breakthroughs. This isn’t about being reckless—it’s about giving people more options when traditional treatments fall short.

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Causes & VariabilityIdentity & Disability

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Neurological & BrainMedicalization / Neurodiversity