STUTTERING

Brain Function: Research has shown that blood flow in the two hemispheres of the brain is different when stutterers are compared with fluent speakers. The initial implication was that these differences were involved as a causal factor in stuttering. However, additional research has shown that the brain differences diminished after a behavioral therapy treatment for stuttering. There is a "chicken and egg" problem here. Did the brain change as a result of the stuttering, or did brain factors produce stuttering? The manner in which the brain is involved in stuttering is not yet clear... While there is no known cure for stuttering, help is available to control it. There are different options to help remedy stuttering. These range from traditional speech therapies and behavioral immersion programs to electronic devices and self-help groups. Yet, not all therapy choices are equally effective... HCRI Stuttering Therapy is effective, driven by science. 93% achieve fluency in 12 days...

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