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commentr/StutterJun 19, 2016
1 points

One reason is mdma is such a different and novel state we don't experience often, we're overwhelmed or caught off guard by the feeling that it distracts us from stuttering. This is similar to how if y...

Causes & VariabilityEmotional Experience
Stress & Fight/FlightAnxiety & Social Judgment
commentr/StutterJun 19, 2016
2 points

When intoxicated, my stress and anxiety usually disappears. I'm usually too involved in the moment and boosted in confidence than to worry about stuttering. I feel like I'm always worried to speak bec...

Causes & VariabilityEmotional Experience
Stress & Fight/FlightAnxiety & Social Judgment
commentr/StutterJun 19, 2016
1 points

Sorry if i used the wrong term. What i meant was, what if stutter was just a reflection of stress, anxiety, depression, etc??...

Causes & VariabilityEmotional Experience
Stress & Fight/FlightTrauma & PsychologicalAnxiety & Social Judgment
commentr/StutterJun 19, 2016
3 points

Half of us stutter worse when drunk. And mdma is a very temporary and novel state. If we were permanently high it might not be the case. ...

Causes & VariabilityEmotional Experience
Stress & Fight/FlightAnxiety & Social Judgment
postr/StutterJun 19, 2016
1 points

If stuttering isn't psychological, than why don't most of us stutter while drunk, or on mdma?

If stuttering isn't psychological, than why don't most of us stutter while drunk, or on mdma? When i'm drunk i don't give a fuck and i have confidence, that somehow make my stutter so much better and ...

Meds & SubstancesCauses & VariabilityEmotional Experience
Recreationa substances (e.g. Alcohol, Cannabis)Stress & Fight/FlightAnxiety & Social Judgment
postr/StutterJun 16, 2016
5 points

Mouth injuries--or, when stuttering is literally painful

Mouth injuries--or, when stuttering is literally painful As the result of a small mishap, I had to call the IRS last week. This was a HUGE deal for me. I couldn't just let my SO make the call for me (...

Speech & StutteringAnticipation & AvoidanceEmotional Experience
Physical TensionFeared Words & NamesAvoidance & Substitution+2 more
commentr/StutterJun 13, 2016
1 points

Have you tried telling him how that makes you feel and how it only makes things worse? If so, what's his response?...

Emotional Experience
Frustration & AngerAnxiety & Social Judgment
postr/StutterJun 13, 2016
4 points

Ok... I get that most people don't care if you stutter but how do you talk to those who do?

Ok... I get that most people don't care if you stutter but how do you talk to those who do? My father is SUPER judgemental of my stutter and you can see how impatient he gets when I talk to him and st...

Emotional ExperienceCauses & Variability
Frustration & AngerAnxiety & Social JudgmentStress & Fight/Flight
commentr/StutterJun 12, 2016
1 points

Have you tried medication for your anxiety? I know when I'm not as anxious I stutter way less...

Emotional ExperienceCauses & VariabilityAnticipation & Avoidance
Anxiety & Social JudgmentStress & Fight/FlightAnticipating Stuttering
commentr/StutterJun 12, 2016
2 points

For me caffeine makes my speech much worse. Whenever i drink coffee it just makes me speak faster and it makes me stressed out and anxious. I find it really strange how different people can have oppos...

Meds & SubstancesCauses & VariabilityEmotional Experience
Harmful Med OutcomesStress & Fight/FlightAnxiety & Social Judgment+1 more
postr/StutterJun 12, 2016
5 points

So.....has anyone here picked up girls will successfully?

So.....has anyone here picked up girls will successfully? For me it just seems like a dream that will never happen. Girls just don't like me. Even though my attitude is 100%, im decent looking, work o...

Social & RelationshipsEmotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Dating & RomanceAnxiety & Social JudgmentIdentity & Self-Perception
postr/StutterJun 12, 2016
3 points

Stimulant drugs improve it A LOT - what does this mean?

Stimulant drugs improve it A LOT - what does this mean? Hey guys, I refuse to believe it is a permanent, neurological issue. I don't want to. I believe that if I change my mood and general state, I m...

Meds & SubstancesCauses & VariabilityEmotional Experience
Helpful Med OutcomesStimulants & CaffeineStress & Fight/Flight+1 more
commentr/StutterJun 10, 2016
2 points

It used to be like that for me, meaning I usually did well in large groups. But now they terrify me and I literally have a panic attack when there are many people around. The last episode was beyond h...

Emotional ExperienceSpeech & Stuttering
Anxiety & Social JudgmentBlocks & Stoppages
postr/StutterJun 10, 2016
3 points

I only stutter on very particular things

I only stutter on very particular things Words that I can't possibly replace e.g. what's your name, where do you live, where do you work, what's your address etc. I used to stutter in the conventiona...

Anticipation & AvoidanceEmotional Experience
Feared Words & NamesAvoidance & SubstitutionAnxiety & Social Judgment
commentr/StutterJun 10, 2016
2 points

He's not wrong. Once you learn to accept yourself and youre stuttering, it'll be a lot easier for you to just be yourself, since you won't have stuttering on your mind much or really worry about it. Y...

Identity & DisabilityEmotional ExperienceAnticipation & Avoidance
Acceptance & PrideAuthenticity vs. MaskingAnxiety & Social Judgment+1 more
commentr/StutterJun 10, 2016
1 points

No, not everyone can, in fact, I'd say almost no one can. If it is so easy for people to "not give a fuck" then social pressure, trends and culture wouldn't even exist, everyone would walk around nake...

Emotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Anxiety & Social JudgmentAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterJun 10, 2016
1 points

I've never heard anyone say you are in control of how people react to your stutter. That doesn't make any sense. We can influence by controlling what we put out, but like you said, the main thing we h...

Identity & DisabilityEmotional Experience
Acceptance & PrideAnxiety & Social Judgment
commentr/StutterJun 9, 2016
2 points

It's a fact that stuttering does interrupt the flow of conversation to a very bad extent depending on the severity. Conversation timing and tone are incredibly important when talking to others. A tone...

Causes & VariabilityEmotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Severity & FluctuationAnxiety & Social JudgmentAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterJun 8, 2016
2 points

Damn, I feel the same way a lot of times. I am currently seeking employment and know exactly how you feel. I know it may be a bad habit but I tend not to look people directly in the eye (maybe their f...

Anticipation & AvoidanceEmotional Experience
Avoidance & SubstitutionAnxiety & Social Judgment
commentr/StutterJun 8, 2016
1 points

The typical beta blocker used for performance anxiety is propanolol. When I am very anxious, it also makes my stuttering worse. The propanolol definitely allows me to focus on my breathing more and st...

Emotional ExperienceMeds & Substances
Anxiety & Social JudgmentHelpful Med Outcomes