Stuttering therapy
Stuttering Therapy
Stuttering therapy (pronunciation: /ˈstʌtərɪŋ θerəpi/) is a form of speech therapy specifically designed to treat stuttering, a speech disorder characterized by the frequent disruption or disfluency in the flow of speech.
Etymology
The term "stuttering" originates from the Old English word "stutian", which means to stammer, while "therapy" comes from the Greek word "therapeia" meaning healing.
Definition
Stuttering therapy is a specialized form of treatment that aims to improve a person's ability to speak fluently. It is often conducted by a licensed speech-language pathologist who uses various techniques and exercises to help individuals manage their stuttering.
Techniques
There are several techniques used in stuttering therapy, including:
- Fluency Shaping Therapy: This technique aims to modify the way a person speaks by teaching them to speak more slowly, control their breathing, and gradually increase the length of their speech segments.
- Stuttering Modification Therapy: This approach does not aim to eliminate stuttering but rather to modify it so that stuttering is less severe and less noticeable.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): This form of therapy addresses the psychological impact of stuttering, helping individuals to change negative thought patterns and behaviors associated with their speech disorder.
Related Terms
- Speech disorder
- Speech-language pathologist
- Fluency Shaping Therapy
- Stuttering Modification Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Stuttering therapy
- Wikipedia's article - Stuttering therapy
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