commentr/StutterJune 16, 2014

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OP I have had days wayyyy down in the dumps because of my stutter. but at the end of the day, it's only you facing it. no one is gonna help you, no one CAN help you, it is a choice you have to make to accept or rather tolerate your stutter. Everyone is different, I for one have block stutters and some days I dont want to talk because I feel i cant. I definitely suffer from anxiety and as a result have gone down the drug path, but not just stimulants; basically evertyhing. I am careful and moderate everything I do, but there is still a lack of control because I feel these substances ease the pain. Hang in there man, one day at a time, some will be bad, some will be amazing, some will be normal, mostly normal. One thing you shouldn't do is compare yourself to other people, this just leads to low self esteem and depression, be who you are, find your voice, speak your voice and expres yourself. I findmy stutter sometimes stops me from being myself, find ways around it, maybe talk to your doctor about your anxiety. good luck my friend, it is a long road ahead.

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Emotional ExperienceIdentity & DisabilityMeds & Substances

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Anxiety & Social JudgmentIdentity & Self-PerceptionHelpful Med Outcomes