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commentr/StutterNov 21, 2024
3 points

I wish I could even do that but I then block after “is” :(...

Speech & Stuttering
Blocks & Stoppages
commentr/StutterNov 21, 2024
1 points

When I block, it feels like I’m going into shock or having a seizure. Seeing the person I’m talking to suddenly shift their face to a “concerned” expression is kind of funny to me now....

Speech & Stuttering
Blocks & Stoppages
commentr/StutterNov 21, 2024
2 points

My speech therapist told me that you should get blocked for 3 seconds Only. Something around it. Anything more than this is because sometimes you are blocking it by yourself. Of course not on purpose…...

Coping & AdvocacySpeech & Stuttering
Fluency TechniquesBlocks & Stoppages
commentr/StutterNov 21, 2024
12 points

Sometimes I can tell the whole sentence fluently but the last word gets blocked. Then i repeat this sentence twice or three times but still the last word won't come out and im feeling like a fucking J...

Speech & Stuttering
Blocks & StoppagesRepetitions & Prolongations
commentr/StutterNov 20, 2024
3 points

I used to do the repetitive stutter (many many years ago) now it's the blocking stutter...

Speech & Stuttering
Blocks & StoppagesRepetitions & Prolongations
commentr/StutterNov 20, 2024
3 points

It is not preference anymore, most of stutterer start with tttttthis in the younger and it becomes block later as we age. And yes you can be covert stutterer with the block one....

Anticipation & AvoidanceSpeech & Stuttering
Avoidance & SubstitutionHiding & ConcealmentBlocks & Stoppages+1 more
commentr/StutterNov 20, 2024
4 points

it's tricky bc the repetitions get you laughed at way easier but the blocks are simply not conducive to the average flow of a conversation and are literally suffocating, i need to be set free...

Speech & Stuttering
Blocks & StoppagesRepetitions & Prolongations
commentr/StutterNov 20, 2024
2 points

The group owner is sleeping now due to timezone differences but will accept all requests when they get up, no worries!...

Anticipation & AvoidanceSpeech & Stuttering
Feared Words & NamesBlocks & Stoppages
commentr/StutterNov 20, 2024
3 points

Depends. I usually get completely blocked rather than “th-th-th-th-this”. I have trouble with any hard syllable where you have to put your lips together or touch your tongue to your teeth but B, D, M,...

Anticipation & AvoidanceSpeech & Stuttering
Feared Words & NamesBlocks & Stoppages
commentr/StutterNov 20, 2024
3 points

I play guitar but don't really experience anything like stuttering while playing. I might freeze if I forget how to play something or if I mess up and can't get straight back into the tune, then come ...

Speech & Stuttering
Blocks & Stoppages
commentr/StutterNov 20, 2024
13 points

Odd choice of word "prefer" But... my issue is typically not being able to release the word at all. Not choosing that - it just happens. Then, if i can't get it out - i just pick a similar word......

Anticipation & AvoidanceSpeech & Stuttering
Avoidance & SubstitutionBlocks & Stoppages
commentr/StutterNov 20, 2024
2 points

really it depends. i feel like a block is less embarrassing or i can switch words quick enough for it to not be too noticeable, except when i block on my name, then it's kind of unavoidable...

Anticipation & AvoidanceSpeech & Stuttering
Feared Words & NamesBlocks & Stoppages
postr/StutterNov 20, 2024
12 points

Couldn’t speak today in class

Couldn’t speak today in class In one of my classes my teacher had randomly picked my name from one of those wheel generators and told me to say the sentence. I literally could not start the first wor...

Anticipation & AvoidanceEmotional ExperienceSpeech & Stuttering
Feared Words & NamesShame & EmbarrassmentBlocks & Stoppages
postr/StutterNov 20, 2024
7 points

Am I the only one to stutter whie playing an instrument

Am I the only one to stutter whie playing an instrument I have been playing the tuba for 7 years at the conservatory, and I have a fairly good level, but I sometimes have stressful or difficult pieces...

Causes & VariabilitySpeech & Stuttering
Situational VariabilityBlocks & StoppagesPhysical Tension
commentr/StutterNov 20, 2024
5 points

Former. I can correct it. A block feels so tense in my throat and mind. Like I literally feel tired after a block...

Speech & Stuttering
Blocks & StoppagesPhysical Tension
commentr/StutterNov 20, 2024
42 points

Former. I can correct it. A block feels so tense in my throat and mind. Like I literally feel tired after a block...

Speech & Stuttering
Blocks & StoppagesPhysical Tension
postr/StutterNov 20, 2024
31 points

Do you prefer to stutter like “t..t..t…t…his” for 3 seconds, or to completely block for 3 seconds, then saying it normally?

Do you prefer to stutter like “t..t..t…t…his” for 3 seconds, or to completely block for 3 seconds, then saying it normally? ...

Speech & Stuttering
Blocks & StoppagesRepetitions & Prolongations
postr/StutterNov 19, 2024
5 points

Any Stutterers who went through the canadian military?

Any Stutterers who went through the canadian military? I'm hoping to go through, i have blocks only, and am a bit worried about being disqualified. When I'm with people i know well, i speak perfectly,...

Anticipation & AvoidanceSpeech & Stuttering
Feared Words & NamesBlocks & Stoppages
commentr/StutterNov 19, 2024
2 points

i could speak alone until 2 years ago. İ stutter even whispering under my breath now....

Speech & Stuttering
Blocks & Stoppages
postr/StutterNov 18, 2024
7 points

Root Cause of stuttering

Root Cause of stuttering What's the root cause of stuttering?? When I read, I speak fluently Then when I talk stuck in every first letter Feels like sound stuck in Vocal cord it isn't coming out. Do...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCauses & VariabilitySpeech & Stuttering
Feared Words & NamesNeurological & BrainBlocks & Stoppages