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commentr/StutterOct 7, 2025
20 points

I’ve had this same thought, but I have no answer. I obviously think it’s fantastic that people with other differences are recognized and supported. I just don’t understand why we aren’t given the sa...

Identity & Disability
Medicalization / NeurodiversityStigma & Bullying
postr/StutterOct 7, 2025
35 points

Why does every other disability get a pass except for stutterers?

Why does every other disability get a pass except for stutterers? When a kid with Down syndrome or Cebral palsy walks across stage at graduation everyone claps and cheers, and they make national headl...

Identity & DisabilityEmotional ExperienceSchool & Work
Stigma & BullyingShame & EmbarrassmentAccess & Rights
commentr/StutterOct 7, 2025
2 points

Harsh truth. However stuttering is a disability. You DO face inequalities no matter your attitude. But letting that fact impact everything else really is a pity.  My mindset: everyone in some way ha...

Identity & Disability
Identity & Self-PerceptionMedicalization / NeurodiversityStigma & Bullying
commentr/StutterOct 7, 2025
2 points

Oh I know full well that those embracing self-pity will lash out and insult me because it's so much easier than taking ownership of ones life. I probably would have done the same when I was in my self...

Coping & AdvocacyEmotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Mindset shiftFrustration & AngerStigma & Bullying
commentr/StutterOct 7, 2025
7 points

Lol at least you admit that you're here not out of any compassion but to feel like you've done a good deed by being a smug asshole to members of a community you have no connection to and will never th...

Emotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Frustration & AngerStigma & Bullying
commentr/StutterOct 7, 2025
8 points

You are right. Having a severe stutter is the same as having a small nose. People in this sub are insane...

Identity & Disability
Medicalization / NeurodiversityStigma & Bullying
commentr/StutterOct 7, 2025
1 points

I could be wrong surely, but I can’t help but feel like there’s this undertone that if a stutterer managed to use positive thinking to get past their pain and struggles, surely their stutter or bullyi...

Community & SupportEmotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Validation & EmpathyShame & EmbarrassmentSadness & Hopelessness+3 more
commentr/StutterOct 7, 2025
2 points

I'm just gonna live up to my username. You know what, the OP if fucking right. We should do something and not just mope the fuck around. I mean of course it is on *us* to forgive. Apparently it's a *c...

Community & SupportEmotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Validation & EmpathyShame & EmbarrassmentIdentity & Self-Perception+2 more
postr/StutterOct 6, 2025
38 points

Im so sick and tired of seeing people getting criticized on this sub for not lying to themselves, get a FUCKING GRIP ON REALITY PLEASE!!!!!!!!

Im so sick and tired of seeing people getting criticized on this sub for not lying to themselves, get a FUCKING GRIP ON REALITY PLEASE!!!!!!!! The , you say something even remotely real, based on YOUR...

Emotional ExperienceIdentity & DisabilityCauses & Variability
Frustration & AngerStigma & BullyingSeverity & Fluctuation+1 more
commentr/StutterOct 6, 2025
2 points

I’ve been stuttering since 2nd grade and kids are mean but it made me strong so I’m sure he will turn out fine with the right therapist, the right support from his parents and some good affirmations. ...

Community & SupportIdentity & DisabilityParent & Caregiver
Validation & EmpathyStigma & BullyingHome Support+1 more
postr/StutterOct 6, 2025
6 points

Mom of a 5 year old son that stutters.

Mom of a 5 year old son that stutters. Just looking for some hopeful info. When my son first started having a stutter he was in pre-k and most of the kids in his class didn’t really notice anything. ...

Parent & CaregiverIdentity & DisabilityEmotional Experience
Early Concern & OnsetStigma & BullyingShame & Embarrassment+1 more
commentr/StutterOct 6, 2025
1 points

That really does suck. I've had people call me retarded and stuff. doesnt feel good at all. I've also had people not really have any issues at all with my stutter. of course the more severe it is, the...

Community & SupportEmotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Validation & EmpathyShame & EmbarrassmentStigma & Bullying
postr/StutterOct 6, 2025
34 points

No friends and no girlfriend

No friends and no girlfriend I am 26m. In past making friends are hardest things for me, in school, i had zero friends. In college I had zero friends in frist three years, but made two friends in last...

Social & RelationshipsEmotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Friendships & BelongingDating & RomanceHelplessness & Agency+1 more
postr/StutterOct 6, 2025
23 points

Because of my stutter, I have no chance with women.

Because of my stutter, I have no chance with women. Because of my stutter, I have no chance with women. Unless you're handsome, you need to be able to talk. I have neither. Naturally, women don't want...

Social & RelationshipsIdentity & DisabilityEmotional Experience
Dating & RomanceStigma & BullyingHelplessness & Agency
commentr/StutterOct 5, 2025
4 points

Hi Brother , I have been there where people do these things to you , and personally , Dont give a fuck , why?? Because the people who are spreading rumors have no life but you. When you give them t...

Identity & DisabilityEmotional Experience
Stigma & BullyingHope & Motivation
commentr/StutterOct 4, 2025
3 points

Can you change to another dorm? Or would the bullying just follow you there as well? Could you consider transferring to another college at the end of this semester?...

Identity & DisabilitySchool & Work
Stigma & BullyingSchool & Academic Life
commentr/StutterOct 4, 2025
13 points

1. You can very easily and quickly detect how good of a person someone is based on how they react to your stutter 2. It makes you more memorable (esp. in professional environments -- I'm in HS so not...

Identity & DisabilitySchool & Work
Identity & Self-PerceptionStigma & BullyingEmployment & Career
postr/StutterOct 4, 2025
7 points

A cry for help

A cry for help Hello PWS community. M21 University student,Im struggling dealing with life, and my whole dorm(resident) hates me. Theyve spread rumors that keep getting worse. Ive never felt so alone....

Identity & DisabilityEmotional Experience
Stigma & BullyingHelplessness & AgencySadness & Hopelessness+2 more
commentr/StutterOct 3, 2025
4 points

Stuttering is a disability just admit it . You would never be a good public speaker , people always will look at you at empathy,...

Causes & VariabilityIdentity & DisabilitySchool & Work
Severity & FluctuationStigma & BullyingPublic Speaking
commentr/StutterOct 3, 2025
0 points

Yes because it’s annoying listening to someone that stutter? No?...

Identity & Disability
Stigma & Bullying