How people who stutter can improve fluency, confidence

Stuttering, also known as stammering, is a speech disorder that affects the fluency and flow of speech.

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While it’s often misunderstood or dismissed, stuttering can impact a person’s confidence, academic performance, social life and mental well-being.

Stuttering affects about 1% of the global population, with most cases beginning between the ages of two and five. While many children outgrow it, some continue to stutter into adulthood.

What is stuttering?

Stuttering is a communication disorder where normal speech is disrupted. It may involve:

Stuttering is not a sign of low intelligence or nervousness. Many people who stutter know precisely what they want to say; they struggle to get the words out.

What causes stuttering?

There is no single cause of stuttering. Instead, it is often the result of a combination of genetic, neurological and environmental factors.