postr/StutterAugust 3, 2025

I cant say my name infront of people.

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I cant say my name infront of people. 30m. When this happens, any little confidence and self esteem I have in myself drops to minus 100% and I feel like disappearing right there. The feeling is indescribable and no body understands. Why is this happening?? And what can I do?? When will it stop 😭

Themes

Anticipation & AvoidanceEmotional ExperienceIdentity & DisabilitySocial & Relationships

Subthemes

Anticipating StutteringFeared Words & NamesAnxiety & Social JudgmentIdentity & Self-PerceptionQuality of Life

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