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postr/StutterFeb 11, 2026
4 points

Does anyone else do this

Does anyone else do this Sometimes when i feel a stutter coming on i'll use filler words to try to avoid it for as long as possible, does anyone else do this? Also, does anyone joke about their stutt...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCommunity & SupportEmotional Experience
Avoidance & SubstitutionHumor & Community ToneFrustration & Anger
commentr/StutterFeb 11, 2026
1 points

Yes, please see a Dr and ask for MRi. If they can't see you right away go to the ER. Like today! IT will be much quicker that way anyway and will give you a peace of mind ...

Causes & Variability
Neurological & Brain
commentr/StutterFeb 11, 2026
2 points

Breathe deeper, you gotta have air to exude all that confidence to the world. I did that too, I would exhale then start the speak and would be forcing every last syllable out. Took it a bit of trai...

Coping & Advocacy
Fluency TechniquesMindfulness & Breathing
commentr/StutterFeb 11, 2026
2 points

うるせ、ばかみっているね Why don’t u translate that one for me pal. Have a good day 🤣...

commentr/StutterFeb 11, 2026
3 points

My local popeyes knows its me when there's a pause between their opening line and my order. They politely cut me off because I always order ahead and they have me ready....

Anticipation & Avoidance
Avoidance & SubstitutionHiding & Concealment
commentr/StutterFeb 11, 2026
2 points

I don't eat McDonald's or any fast food anymore really but online ordering comes in clutch....

commentr/StutterFeb 11, 2026
3 points

Also MDMA completely removes my stutter and there's a specific moment during the trip when I feel like I'm getting pushed back into my body (don't know how to describe it better) and then my speech co...

Meds & SubstancesCauses & Variability
Recreationa substances (e.g. Alcohol, Cannabis)Neurological & BrainTrauma & Psychological
commentr/StutterFeb 11, 2026
4 points

Research shows that, depending on the group, ritalin can both ease and worsen stutter. Looks like for some people stuttering is indeed caused by dopamine dysregulation, while for others it's something...

Meds & SubstancesCauses & Variability
Helpful Med OutcomesHarmful Med OutcomesStimulants & Caffeine+1 more
commentr/StutterFeb 11, 2026
2 points

I make myself use it very now and then just so it stays a fear not a phobia....

commentr/StutterFeb 11, 2026
5 points

Uber eats is a god send...

commentr/StutterFeb 11, 2026
3 points

Been afraid of using drive thru for exactly reason for many yrs. Have unfortunately recently been in the driver’s seat when my mom wanted something. And surprisingly it hasn’t gone terribly wrong.. no...

Anticipation & Avoidance
Hiding & ConcealmentAvoidance & Substitution
commentr/StutterFeb 11, 2026
1 points

Could you please give us un update after you get your check-up with your doctor? this is so intriguing...

commentr/StutterFeb 11, 2026
1 points

Thank you!! :)...

commentr/StutterFeb 11, 2026
2 points

Thank you!!! I was pretty much hesitant wondering how I could do it because I freeze (obvious 'blocks' behaviour;).) but I spent a day practicing and decided to go ahead and do it because I have the s...

Emotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Hope & MotivationAuthenticity vs. Masking
commentr/StutterFeb 11, 2026
1 points

You will be amazing at your speech today and people will respect you for it. You've got this!...

postr/StutterFeb 11, 2026
5 points

Still thinking about this…

Still thinking about this… Hey all — just wanted to say I appreciated the few people who reached out on my last post. Even short conversations helped more than you probably realise. It reminded me ho...

Community & SupportEmotional Experience
Validation & EmpathyHope & Motivation
postr/StutterFeb 11, 2026
12 points

Substances That Help and Hurt My Stutter (Personal Experience)

Substances That Help and Hurt My Stutter (Personal Experience) I started stuttering at 13 and have always had periods of fluency and dysfluency. Sometimes I’ll go for weeks speaking pretty fluently, o...

Meds & Substances
Helpful Med OutcomesHarmful Med OutcomesStimulants & Caffeine+1 more
commentr/StutterFeb 11, 2026
5 points

Way to go OP. You are a badass! Conquer those mountains my friend....

commentr/StutterFeb 11, 2026
4 points

Congrats...

commentr/StutterFeb 11, 2026
2 points

I've definitely been there....