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commentr/StutterJan 5, 2026
2 points

I’m in IT and the number of meetings has increased exponentially over the years. I’ve gotten use to them now so it’s kind of desensitised me to daily meetings. I use to have to psych myself up for the...

Causes & VariabilityMeds & Substances
Stress & Fight/FlightHelpful Med OutcomesStimulants & Caffeine+1 more
commentr/StutterJan 5, 2026
1 points

Thing is, I used to enjoy talking to people and practicing, then at one point, people just began making fun of me, and Icl, that shit destroyed my confidence and now I just don't want to go through th...

Emotional ExperienceIdentity & DisabilitySocial & Relationships
Shame & EmbarrassmentStigma & BullyingFriendships & Belonging
commentr/StutterJan 5, 2026
3 points

I can't help but notice that you are a very capable person, intelligent, and have a lot of potential. Look what you've been able to accomplish despite your struggles with speaking. You are close to gr...

Emotional ExperienceIdentity & DisabilitySchool & Work
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commentr/StutterJan 5, 2026
10 points

The neurotransmitters in our brain fires differently (hyperactivity or underactively) compared to a non-stuttering brain. This can be genetic, or in rare cases, from an acquired/traumatic brain injury...

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Neurological & BrainMedicalization / NeurodiversityHelpful Med Outcomes
commentr/StutterJan 5, 2026
6 points

I'm sorry that you're going through this. Our minds are problem solving machines, so it makes sense that your mind would bring up non existance as a solution to so much pain, specially if you tried di...

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Sadness & HopelessnessSuicidal Ideation & High DistressLoneliness & Isolation
commentr/StutterJan 5, 2026
2 points

Have you ever thought smoking weed is actually making your stutter worse? THC boosts dopamine in the brain, and for most stutterers, that’s not a good thing as it can further disrupting motor timing ...

Meds & Substances
Harmful Med OutcomesStimulants & CaffeineRecreationa substances (e.g. Alcohol, Cannabis)
commentr/StutterJan 5, 2026
1 points

Why don't you wanna go to speech language pathologist? Just curious. I don't want to go cause I probably can't even afford and it doesn't really get rid of it like some people have said....

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commentr/StutterJan 5, 2026
5 points

I am routine impressed by someone who is eloquent under all circumstances. It's more than being fluent, it's a skill. Otherwise, fluent speakers don't amaze me as such, but I do appreciate how easy ...

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Severity & FluctuationQuality of Life
commentr/StutterJan 5, 2026
13 points

Being ugly and having a stutter problem is probably the worst of the worst. Consider yourself at least somewhat lucky that you have a good apparence...

Emotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Shame & EmbarrassmentIdentity & Self-Perception
commentr/StutterJan 5, 2026
1 points

Yeah, it's a common misconception, many people assume that only childrens have stuttering issues As a student who stutters almost every word in sentence, my self esteem became so bad due to the fear a...

Anticipation & AvoidanceIdentity & Disability
Avoidance & SubstitutionAuthenticity vs. MaskingIdentity & Self-Perception+1 more
postr/StutterJan 5, 2026
4 points

I am starting to think I am the only who stutters that voluntary is doing a job that requires 10+ meetings a week and purposely making my life harder and stressful due to stuttering

I am starting to think I am the only who stutters that voluntary is doing a job that requires 10+ meetings a week and purposely making my life harder and stressful due to stuttering When I first start...

Causes & VariabilitySchool & Work
Stress & Fight/FlightEmployment & Career
commentr/StutterJan 5, 2026
3 points

Thank you for the thoughtful response....

commentr/StutterJan 5, 2026
2 points

Nah. I mock them with their lack of immediate recall of infinite synonyms. My wife is a teacher now, but she had a crippling fear of public speaking. She didn’t like me poking fun of her. We’ve...

Anticipation & AvoidanceIdentity & Disability
Avoidance & SubstitutionIdentity & Self-Perception
commentr/StutterJan 5, 2026
2 points

Cool, hope it improves for you 🙏🏼...

commentr/StutterJan 5, 2026
8 points

I think people take for granted and don’t appreciate how nice it must feel to speak so easily. Not having to worry about blocking or switch up a word....

Causes & VariabilitySocial & Relationships
Severity & FluctuationQuality of Life
commentr/StutterJan 5, 2026
6 points

It sounds like you're both trying and putting a lot of pressure on yourself. If you were 5'8 and not smart enough to earn a Comp Sci degree would your situation be less tragic or painful? I know you'r...

Emotional ExperienceTherapy & Professional
Anxiety & Social JudgmentSadness & HopelessnessHelplessness & Agency+2 more
commentr/StutterJan 5, 2026
1 points

I bought Sertraline yesterday and started taking it. It takes several days to take effect. If it works, I'll make a post about it....

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commentr/StutterJan 5, 2026
4 points

100%. As a stutterer with ADHD, even more amazed by those that can speak freely. From the guy who can order a slice, while on his cell talking to pretty much every podcaster I admire - thinking on t...

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commentr/StutterJan 5, 2026
2 points

Intersted...

commentr/StutterJan 5, 2026
2 points

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