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commentr/StutterMay 3, 2023
1 points

I’d suggest nofap. Is it a definite cure? No. But it calms down dopamine levels which helps the neurons in the brain to not stutter since high dopamine receptors can scientifically cause stuttering. ...

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commentr/StutterMay 1, 2023
4 points

You are most likely describing benzodiazepines. (Aka benzos). They work on the “calming” brain cells and decrease brain activity (similar mechanism to alcohol). They are very effective at getting rid ...

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commentr/StutterApr 25, 2023
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Definitely. Just note that your body will build up a tolerance and I think it's based a bit on the size of the dose. So it's best to space out between doses for at least a few days or even weeks. The...

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commentr/StutterApr 25, 2023
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If I start in small doses will it help, to control myself if I want to increase the dose later/another time?...

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commentr/StutterMar 27, 2023
8 points

Good for you... do keep an eye out for any side effects. These are natural extracts, so there shouldn't be any big concerns. But please consult with your doctor on long term usage....

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commentr/StutterMar 26, 2023
4 points

You can get an MRI if you want but it’s unlikely to help anything but neither could it hurt. I’m not a claustrophobic person but MRI’s are terrifying. It literally feels like a very loud, very hot(the...

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commentr/StutterMar 24, 2023
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None whatsoever with me. What dosages were you taking? And which Ashwagandha extract specifically? Also are you eating enough? By the way, you’re taking Thiamin and L-theanine both. So hard to say w...

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commentr/StutterMar 24, 2023
11 points

To everyone that wants to try ashwagandha beware that it's toxic to a small group of people with a certain gene. It can cause liver failure to that group. Consult with you GP before trying it. https:...

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commentr/StutterMar 11, 2023
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i have a great experience with l theanine and l carnitine, i have ADHD and while getting diagnosed with that i have explained my doc that stutter is something that i need to fix and he made me try the...

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commentr/StutterMar 5, 2023
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If you read the other comment I made I have tried tons of SSR's, SNRI's and anti psychotics which had little effect at all. The biggest difference I have with Caplyta is that I don't feel like I have ...

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commentr/StutterMar 5, 2023
2 points

Honestly I would still give Dr. Maguire's office a call and see what he has to say. He has colleagues in this field all over the world and can at least connect you with a like minded Psychiatrist or d...

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commentr/StutterMar 4, 2023
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I’m happy to hear that it seems to help you. But a genuine concern that I have is that it might be the same as with most western medicine. They help eliminating the symptoms, but never the root cause....

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commentr/StutterMar 1, 2023
4 points

Have you done ERP exposure response prevention for ocd or stuttering? The goal of ERP is habituation (also called desensitization), building tolerance and not perceiving **stuttering, feared letters a...

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commentr/StutterFeb 28, 2023
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It seems to be very individual and risky since it's usually very strong meds, none of them intended or approved for anti-stuttering and therefore not really suitable for long term use due to serious s...

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commentr/StutterFeb 28, 2023
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Yeah I had to do a detox at a facility. Didn’t realize how bad it could be until the crack and heroin addicts felt bad for you. I stayed much longer than them too....

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commentr/StutterFeb 28, 2023
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Please never mix alcohol with them. I'm saying this as a person who accidentally overdosed but got lucky that a friend carried me from the bar into the hospital in time. Never ever mix benzos and al...

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commentr/StutterFeb 28, 2023
2 points

I took them for 20 years due to anxiety. It is so difficult to get off of them safely without seeing at least a doctor. ​ What about Gabapentin? I take Buspar at the moment, but oddly eno...

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commentr/StutterFeb 28, 2023
12 points

Benzo withdrawals are the worst thing imaginable. As tempting as it sounds for relief, I can’t justify the anguish. I was in the same boat as you and regret going down that path for several years....

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commentr/StutterFeb 28, 2023
7 points

A family member confirming you aren’t a junkie will do nothing go address the *fact* that human bodies tend to require more and more benzos to receive the same effect. This also leads to becoming *ph...

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postr/StutterFeb 28, 2023
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How many of you take Benzos for your stutter? Did you have a hard time getting prescribed them?

How many of you take Benzos for your stutter? Did you have a hard time getting prescribed them? [removed]...

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