postr/StutterAugust 15, 2024

Theory on Stuttering

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Theory on Stuttering I have observed myself when I stutter and have a theory on why it happens. This is not a theory on the origin of the phenomenon. My stutters are caused by my fear of what someone will say back to me. Whenever I tell myself not to fear (or, anticipate) the response I might receive from someone, I don't stutter. I hope this sheds some light on anyone else's struggles.

Themes

Emotional ExperienceAnticipation & Avoidance

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Anxiety & Social JudgmentAnticipating StutteringOverthinking & Monitoring