commentr/StutterJanuary 4, 2025

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“I asked you a simple question and you can’t even answer that. Are you having a stroke?” “Did you forget your name/phone number?” “Did COVID cause that stutter?” (for context, this was in front of a nurse administering covid vaccines) “Your connection is bad. You’re cutting out. Maybe get better wifi” (for context, this was a phone call) *stares; starts smiling/laughing* I tell them that i have a stutter… *wipes smile off their face* “Bless you!” The list goes on…

Themes

Anticipation & AvoidanceEmotional ExperienceIdentity & DisabilitySocial & Relationships

Subthemes

Feared Words & NamesShame & EmbarrassmentStigma & BullyingListener Reactions

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