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commentr/StutterAug 21, 2020
2 points

Hi there! Do you mind sharing what grade? First thing you do is tell your teachers. Below is a little card you can print and cut out to give to your teachers. You can do it discreetly if you want....

Social & RelationshipsSchool & Work
Disclosure & Telling OthersSchool & Academic Life
commentr/StutterAug 21, 2020
2 points

I dont stutter but this stands with everything you can get bullied for. I say tell them, and be patent with them. They are gonna have questions about it, answer them faithfully. You will get some rema...

Identity & DisabilitySocial & Relationships
Stigma & BullyingDisclosure & Telling Others
commentr/StutterAug 20, 2020
3 points

This seems like a nice temporary solution to your stutter. Not gonna lie I might've done the same thing. At the same time I hope you do not apply these "outs" to every aspect of you public speaking o...

Anticipation & AvoidanceSocial & Relationships
Avoidance & SubstitutionHiding & ConcealmentDisclosure & Telling Others
commentr/StutterAug 20, 2020
2 points

I'd say if you have a severe/noticable stutter it's always better to introduce your stutter during the introduction. It will take your mind off it and would help you relax as well!...

Anticipation & AvoidanceSocial & Relationships
Hiding & ConcealmentPreparation & RehearsalDisclosure & Telling Others
postr/StutterAug 20, 2020
3 points

New school

New school Hello fellow stutterers! In a week I will start a new study at a sort of university. I don't know anyone there. Is it best to just flat out tell everyone I stutter during the introduction?...

Identity & DisabilitySocial & Relationships
Authenticity vs. MaskingDisclosure & Telling Others
commentr/StutterAug 19, 2020
2 points

I made a post about this, but figured I would share on this thread, as well: My stutter is usually subtle, but I've been stressed lately so my stutter is coming out more. I was explaining something t...

Anticipation & AvoidanceIdentity & DisabilitySocial & Relationships
Avoidance & SubstitutionStigma & BullyingDisclosure & Telling Others
postr/StutterAug 18, 2020
2 points

Is mentioning my stutter in a cover letter a good idea?

Is mentioning my stutter in a cover letter a good idea? [deleted]...

School & WorkSocial & Relationships
Employment & CareerDisclosure & Telling Others
postr/StutterAug 18, 2020
4 points

I just posted this on my social media!!! I hope everyone that knows me can be more understanding of my stuttering. ESPECIALLY with school starting and having to introduce urself and all that

I just posted this on my social media!!! I hope everyone that knows me can be more understanding of my stuttering. ESPECIALLY with school starting and having to introduce urself and all that ...

Social & RelationshipsAnticipation & Avoidance
Disclosure & Telling OthersAnticipating Stuttering
commentr/StutterAug 18, 2020
4 points

I used to give presentations at my last job, and I'd start out with "If you missed something I said the first time, don't worry: I stutter so you'll catch it when I repeat myself." It disclosed my stu...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCoping & AdvocacySocial & Relationships
Avoidance & SubstitutionSelf-Advocacy & BoundariesDisclosure & Telling Others
postr/StutterAug 18, 2020
3 points

Ideas for funny ways of telling people you have a stutter on your dating app profile?

Ideas for funny ways of telling people you have a stutter on your dating app profile? [deleted]...

Social & RelationshipsCommunity & Support
Disclosure & Telling OthersHumor & Community Tone
commentr/StutterAug 17, 2020
2 points

Yes, I used to, because of stutter and low self esteem, I used to give more in any friendship or relationship, which sucks cause it shouldn't be one sided, but I accepted the fact that I stutter and i...

Identity & DisabilitySocial & Relationships
Acceptance & PrideDating & RomanceDisclosure & Telling Others
commentr/StutterAug 15, 2020
3 points

I too agree that it’s great you’re asking! You offered the candidate who stutters a little extra time, which is a reasonable accommodation. So your company is ADA compliant. If the person volunteers t...

Coping & AdvocacySocial & Relationships
Self-Advocacy & BoundariesDisclosure & Telling Others
commentr/StutterAug 15, 2020
2 points

I would use the opportunity for teaching. Indicate that You didn't forget your name and that you have a disability called stuttering. It will save the next person who stutters that this person will en...

Coping & AdvocacySocial & Relationships
Self-Advocacy & BoundariesDisclosure & Telling Others
commentr/StutterAug 15, 2020
4 points

To answer the question, you do not need to disclose your stutter during an interview. As far as how the interview went, it sounds like it went well! If you hadn't posted this question in this sub, i...

Anticipation & AvoidanceSchool & WorkSocial & Relationships
Avoidance & SubstitutionEmployment & CareerDisclosure & Telling Others
commentr/StutterAug 14, 2020
2 points

Definitely introduce yourself as a person who stutters. Get it out in the open early so people are aware. I just started doing that (31 years old) and it takes away a lot of the fear. You'll still stu...

Anticipation & AvoidanceIdentity & DisabilitySocial & Relationships
Avoidance & SubstitutionAcceptance & PrideDisclosure & Telling Others
commentr/StutterAug 14, 2020
2 points

You know, that might be a good opportunity to briefly mention that stutter thing, if you want. Or maybe just mention it to the teacher(s). Have you ever approached it like that before?...

Social & RelationshipsCoping & Advocacy
Disclosure & Telling OthersSelf-Advocacy & Boundaries
postr/StutterAug 14, 2020
171 points

I got a new face covering to advertise my stuttering so I do not get silly comments like, "Did you forget your name?".

I got a new face covering to advertise my stuttering so I do not get silly comments like, "Did you forget your name?". ...

Social & RelationshipsIdentity & Disability
Disclosure & Telling OthersIdentity & Self-Perception
commentr/StutterAug 13, 2020
2 points

The best advice that I can give you is to just tell people that you stutter from the beginning. Don't try to hide it or stress about it being noticed. Good people will be understanding and I wish you ...

Social & RelationshipsAnticipation & Avoidance
Disclosure & Telling OthersHiding & Concealment
commentr/StutterAug 13, 2020
8 points

Nope nope nope they are wrong. I am a college advisor and I recently advised a student with a very severe stutter (along with a variety of spectrum disorder related disabilities). He just graduated wi...

Coping & AdvocacySchool & WorkSocial & Relationships
Self-Advocacy & BoundariesEmployment & CareerDisclosure & Telling Others
commentr/StutterAug 13, 2020
4 points

I’m going to get a tag or badge that says **Hi, my name is XXX, and I stutter. Please be patient”**....

Social & RelationshipsCoping & Advocacy
Disclosure & Telling OthersSelf-Advocacy & Boundaries