>he doesn't have a disability he has a slight speech impediment, Some very good suggestions have been added here, but this comment stuck out to me. I know you have the best of intentions here but wanted to say something about it, if I may. Stuttering IS a disability in the truest sense of the word. It's a neurological impairment that effects a person's speech and communication, which is a pretty crucial part of living. This can effect a person socially, financially, emotionally, all areas of life. Remembering this instead of downplaying it as something slight or mild would be of benefit, and perhaps help you find ways to better help and understand him. 'Disabled' isn't a bad word, merely descriptive. I don't view disabled as being synonymous with incapable. A disability does not encompass the entirety of your being, it's only a facet of a whole. Ex: Your partner is a capable, thoughtful, loving person who stutters. Unfortunately disabilities are widely misunderstood and to have one that is so apparent to others will create social challenges. Have you asked what you can do to make him feel more at ease in social situations? Is he pushing to meet new people, or are you? Does he speak openly and freely about his stuttering, or does he shy away from the subject? These could be some good starting points to examine.