Remedies for Stuttering

Stuttering is a speech disorder that causes people to stammer repeatedly over words and phrases when speaking. Individuals who suffer from this tend to shy away from public speaking. There are several known remedies for stuttering to help control speech patterns. Some stuttering issues can be controlled with continued voice and throat exercises.

Speech Therapy

• Speech therapists perform individual evaluations to identify proper remedies for stuttering. The type of therapy and the amount of time needed for improvement depends on the outcome of the evaluation. The span of time can range from one to two sessions a week over a couple of months or for several years. Speech therapists help individuals set goals to show progress in reducing the frequency of stuttering, decrease struggling with words and effective communication skills.

Electronic Fluency Devices

• Electronic fluency devices alter how individuals hear their voices when they speak. These devices have the ability of improving the quality of speech by using voice-delay techniques. The electronic fluency devices allow you to hear your voice through an ear piece causing you to pause and slow down before continuing to speak. This helps to alter your voice pitch and reduce stuttering.

Relaxation and Breathing-control Techniques

• Several breathing-control exercises can help reduce stuttering. Relaxation techniques are designed to help with self-control and muscle relaxation when speaking. Breathing and relaxation technique materials may be available on videos and audio files such as CDs, and in books.