commentr/StutterDecember 19, 2021

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Well in reality yes and no. Here’s the thing, stuttering is a noticeable disease that presents itself socially also it is extremely rare to have (making it less normal per se) so some people will deem you less attractive for example which is of course appropriate just as maybe even someone is missing their nose you might not be super inclined to pursue them romantically (this is the halo effect, it’s the quick snap judgement that humans make about a person’s character based on their appearance and the way they present themselves). It’s the same way how if you’re in shape and value your health and value other people who also look after their health, you might have a habit of deeming overweight people inherently unattractive. Ultimately we can’t decide what other people think about us but I definitely think anyone is entitled to their opinions no matter how harsh. I also think stuttering is really difficult to deal with and so I’m not too much of a fan of positive cliche’s and more interested in the logical/rational experiences of the stutterers. Like someone commented “you’re completely normal” which I’m sure you might say “well I don’t feel normal. Most people around me seem to be able to speak fluently and at ease but not me.” Which I would say makes you more “not normal” in a sense but. So yes some people will think less of you but it’s fine that’s life. We all think less of some people for any reason we have found so.

Themes

Causes & VariabilityIdentity & DisabilityEmotional Experience

Subthemes

Severity & FluctuationStigma & BullyingAnxiety & Social Judgment