postr/StutterMay 25, 2023

Being in High School with a Stutter

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Being in High School with a Stutter Hello! My name is Michael and I am about to be a senior in high school. I have had a stutter since third grade and I have had a struggle with interpersonal relationships at school. I have good grades--and overall I am academically successful. However, I have struggled to gain friends and also gain a romantic relationship (I am a heterosexual). It's kind of started to drive me crazy. I realize in the end that it doesn't matter as high school relationships never seem to materialize permanently but I feel like I'm missing out on a vital high school experience. I feel like I'm good looking enough--yet the stutter has made me nervous to talk to nearly anyone. Does anyone have any advice on how to deal with this hindrance?

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Emotional ExperienceSocial & Relationships

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Anxiety & Social JudgmentFriendships & BelongingDating & Romance