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commentr/StutterApr 24, 2017
1 points

I'm the same when my aunts are around because they judge me about everything and say it to my face -.- ...

Emotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Anxiety & Social JudgmentStigma & Bullying
commentr/StutterApr 24, 2017
1 points

Guys in moments like these be aware of what is happening (i know it's hard to be mindful in such situations), tell yourself you can take control, breathe and re-start talking or tell the other person ...

Coping & AdvocacyEmotional Experience
Mindfulness & BreathingFrustration & AngerAnxiety & Social Judgment
commentr/StutterApr 24, 2017
3 points

It's certainly possible that exists, but I'm not aware of it if it does. I just wouldn't be surprised if that type of study doesn't exist, is all I'm saying. A quick search on my end found a resear...

Emotional ExperienceCommunity & Support
Anxiety & Social JudgmentResearch & Resources
postr/StutterApr 23, 2017
8 points

The effects of stutter on health and life expectancy

The effects of stutter on health and life expectancy I searched the web for any information on how long term stutter affects one's health. Did not find much. So I wonder: Do PWS suffer from higher rat...

Causes & VariabilityEmotional ExperienceSocial & Relationships
Stress & Fight/FlightEnergy & Biological RhythmsAnxiety & Social Judgment+1 more
commentr/StutterApr 23, 2017
2 points

Try not to overthink things. It's difficult I know and I still do it but try to be more open minded. The more you worry about every situation that you may stutter in, it will never change and maybe ge...

Emotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Hope & MotivationAnxiety & Social JudgmentAuthenticity vs. Masking+1 more
commentr/StutterApr 22, 2017
1 points

Explaining misunderstandings in general is doubly difficult for me. Think about what causes non-stutterers to stutter- beingunsure of themselves, having something to hide, getting caught off-guard. It...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCauses & VariabilityEmotional Experience
Overthinking & MonitoringStress & Fight/FlightAnxiety & Social Judgment
commentr/StutterApr 22, 2017
1 points

My job interview is at 10AM this morning for a Cap 2 position at Walmart. Knowing that, it's made me feel a bit better since the majority of my time I'm going to be working during off peak hours and u...

School & WorkEmotional Experience
Employment & CareerAnxiety & Social Judgment
commentr/StutterApr 21, 2017
3 points

I agree with people. You have to fight you ego which will try force you to be fluent. Be upfront. Also if it helps. Really do your homework. Read about the company, about the job, know yourself, your ...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCoping & AdvocacyEmotional Experience
Overthinking & MonitoringSelf-Advocacy & BoundariesAnxiety & Social Judgment+1 more
postr/StutterApr 19, 2017
10 points

I just turned 17 and I still don't have a job because I am anxious of my stutter

I just turned 17 and I still don't have a job because I am anxious of my stutter Most of my friends got jobs when they turned 16 while I couldn't even bring myself to apply for job due to embarrassmen...

Anticipation & AvoidanceEmotional ExperienceSchool & Work
Avoidance & SubstitutionHiding & ConcealmentAnxiety & Social Judgment+1 more
commentr/StutterApr 17, 2017
1 points

Finally someone in my situation. My stutter is seasonal. Very mild to non-existent in the winter/fall but noticeable in the summer/spring. I think I definitely need something to calm me as I'm unable ...

Causes & VariabilityEmotional ExperienceMeds & Substances
Stress & Fight/FlightCycles & RandomnessAnxiety & Social Judgment+1 more
commentr/StutterApr 17, 2017
1 points

Great job! I have such a hard time there, too. I'm glad it's kind of loud in there, but I cringe if they ask me to repeat myself. Out of the gate to "burrito bowl" sounds like "buh, burr, burrito, bur...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCauses & VariabilityEmotional Experience
Feared Words & NamesAvoidance & SubstitutionOverthinking & Monitoring+3 more
commentr/StutterApr 17, 2017
2 points

I think my stutter is considered mild and I think small doses of Xanax help me to be more fluent. I will take a .25 mg Xanax maybe twice a week. I don't have a set routine, I just wait till I start ha...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCauses & VariabilityEmotional Experience
Avoidance & SubstitutionStress & Fight/FlightAnxiety & Social Judgment+2 more
commentr/StutterApr 16, 2017
1 points

It's really hard for me because each day feels different. Sometimes I can practice for many times and still on that day I eventually stutter because of bad day. I am really worried about my psyche rig...

Causes & VariabilityEmotional Experience
Stress & Fight/FlightCycles & RandomnessSeverity & Fluctuation+1 more
commentr/StutterApr 16, 2017
2 points

I am uncomfortable talking about my stutter to anyone .. aside from my family. I don't think anyone at my work knows I have a stutter since I am fairly quiet, but even when I do talk I tend to use wor...

Anticipation & AvoidanceEmotional ExperienceSchool & Work
Avoidance & SubstitutionHiding & ConcealmentOverthinking & Monitoring+2 more
commentr/StutterApr 15, 2017
1 points

Dangerous substance to play with. Benzos had a really dark effect on me. Total lack of personality, not a care in the world, and not in a good way. I think they should be reserved only for acute p...

Causes & VariabilityEmotional ExperienceMeds & Substances
Stress & Fight/FlightAnxiety & Social JudgmentHarmful Med Outcomes
commentr/StutterApr 15, 2017
1 points

Xanax is for anxiety. If you tend to stutter more when you're anxious, the stuttering may go away a little. But I don't believe it's directly related. ...

Causes & VariabilityEmotional ExperienceMeds & Substances
Stress & Fight/FlightAnxiety & Social JudgmentHelpful Med Outcomes
commentr/StutterApr 15, 2017
2 points

I was the best man at my brothers wedding last year and had give a speech. I took a half a zanax before and it went well - I hardly stuttered and was able to get through it! I used to be prescribed it...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCauses & VariabilityEmotional Experience
Anticipating StutteringStress & Fight/FlightAnxiety & Social Judgment+2 more
postr/StutterApr 15, 2017
7 points

Does Xanax help

Does Xanax help I've noticed that I stutter when I'm excited, nervous or irate. Has anyone tried Xanax as a calming mechanism and did it work? Thanks...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCauses & VariabilityEmotional Experience
Feared Words & NamesAvoidance & SubstitutionStress & Fight/Flight+2 more
commentr/StutterApr 15, 2017
1 points

yeah, i'm currently doing a course of it but when i'm with my grandparents it always worsens? it's almost like i don't know how to act around them, which makes me anxious and then i stutter...

Causes & VariabilityEmotional Experience
Stress & Fight/FlightAnxiety & Social Judgment
postr/StutterApr 14, 2017
16 points

frustration

frustration possibly the worst part of stuttering for me is not being able to defend myself. so i'm staying at my grandparents over easter, i messaged my sibling group chat on whatsapp saying my gran...

Anticipation & AvoidanceEmotional ExperienceSocial & Relationships
Avoidance & SubstitutionOverthinking & MonitoringFrustration & Anger+3 more