Practical Thoughts Blog
Nov 15, 2020
Is stuttering increasing during the pandemic?
Many speech-language pathologists have reported an increase in referrals for stuttering since the COVID-19 pandemic began. Many people who stutter have also reported that they are experiencing an increase in the frequency and severity of stuttering since the spring of 2020. What's really going on? Is COVID causing more stuttering? Read on to find out!
Oct 19, 2020
Guest Blog: Stuttering is easier when we have a reason to stutter.
This guest blog post by Christopher Constantino, PhD, CCC-SLP, describes the motivation behind Stammering Pride and Prejudice: Different not Defect, a remarkable book that present stuttering in a new light. If you are a person who stutters or a family member, or if you work with people who stutter, this is an absolute must read!
Oct 09, 2020
Stuttering and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder: My Personal Story
GUEST BLOG: Angelica Bernabé shares her remarkable story of being a person who stutters who is also diagnosed with ADHD. Her story is an inspiration and should not be missed! Thank you, Angelica for your vulnerability and support for those who stutter.
Sep 17, 2020
Guest Blog: Eden Molineaux
I picked up her title about stuttering (of course), and as I thumbed through the pages, I realized I was reading what I had been thinking and saying for 30+ years! THIS is how we help peers and teachers (and other stakeholders) learn about how to handle stuttering! The cherry on top is that her book also help provide an advocacy perspective for children who stutter.
May 14, 2020
What Kids Who Stutter Want Parents and Listeners to Know
For National Stuttering Awareness Week, Nina's students share their thoughts about what parents and listeners need to know about stuttering!
May 07, 2020
Sharing with Students Who Stutter and their Families
Nina Reeves shares a ton of great resources that she is using in her therapy with school-age children who stutter and their families right now!
Apr 21, 2020
Resources for Parents of Children who Stutter
Looking for resources for parents of children who stutter? Look no further! Nina Reeves has compiled a comprehensive list!
Mar 05, 2019
Don’t just tell parents to “wait and see what happens!”
J. Scott Yaruss has a lot of pet peeves. One of them is when speech-language pathologists tell parents of young children who stutter to just "wait and see what happens." Read this blog post to find out why!
Oct 22, 2018
International Stuttering Awareness Day: Did I miss it?
October 22 is International Stuttering Awareness Day! Don't miss out on this opportunity to provide needed support for your students while you educate others about stuttering.
Sep 26, 2018
Students who stutter: How can teachers help?
Teachers can make a real difference in the lives of their students who stutter, though they are often uncertain about what to do to help. Fortunately, we have resources to guide them in supporting their students both in and out of the classroom.
Aug 03, 2018
What does "homework" for school-age stuttering therapy look like?
People who stutter will make the greatest gains in therapy when they also practice on their own. Knowing how to give useful homework assignments can help you help your students increase their progress and generalize their skills outside of therapy.
