commentr/StutterOctober 20, 2015

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People won't feel uneasy if you're confident when you speak, like maintaining eye contact is crucial, especially when stuttering. It shows more respect and makes them feel less uneasy and more patient. So with speech therapy depending on your location I'd recommending checking out the National Stammering Association, there's one in most countries, just search it in google. Problem with speech therapy is it generally has a low success rate, especially once you hit 9 or 10. I could recommend 2 things to you: 1. The McGuire Programme. (Some people give me slack for advertising this so much.) This especially works well for overt stutterers. (I was mostly covert) It teaches a new method of breathing and speaking to combat freezing of the diaphragm. I had tried everything before my first course and nothing had worked for me. If you're cautious on price you get 1 and a half days on the course to try the technique and see if it works for you, if not, you can walk away, before payment. I strongly suggest giving it a shot. 2. Have a read of 'Redefing Stuttering' go into the link archive in the sidebar and you'll find a PDF. You'll need to be committed to wanting to change, for both of these suggestions. I haven't read the book fully myself but the McGuire programme does have similar traits to this book. Many of the people here on the subreddit live by it. Hope this helps! If you have any questions don't be afraid to ask.

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Coping & AdvocacyIdentity & Disability

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Fluency TechniquesAcceptance & Pride