postr/StutterJune 2, 2024

Why is it easier talking to strangers

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Why is it easier talking to strangers I don’t know if everyone has this or just me, but I find that when I talk to strangers, I am a lot more careful and self-conscious about my stuttering. But I can’t do that around my relatives or friends. Can anyone tell me why this happens?

Themes

Anticipation & AvoidanceIdentity & Disability

Subthemes

Hiding & ConcealmentAuthenticity vs. Masking