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commentr/StutterJan 25, 2026
1 points

I also have TMJ, maybe because of stress and stuttering....

Causes & VariabilitySpeech & Stuttering
Stress & Fight/FlightPhysical Tension
commentr/StutterJan 25, 2026
4 points

Do you have a prescription for propranolol which is a beta blocker? It inhibits adrenaline and helps with heart racing, shakes voice, sweating, etc. For me it doesn’t completely stop me from stammerin...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCauses & VariabilityEmotional Experience
Avoidance & SubstitutionStress & Fight/FlightAnxiety & Social Judgment
commentr/StutterJan 25, 2026
1 points

Every increase in dosage prob leads to the feeling of starting on square 1 again. Every time I have increased dosage on an SSRI I get increased anxiety along with feeling jittery, until the phase pass...

Causes & VariabilityMeds & Substances
Stress & Fight/FlightHarmful Med Outcomes
commentr/StutterJan 25, 2026
1 points

Im on fluoxetine now for social anxiety and stuttering. The reason for me choosing fluox is that I had great success with Paxil years ago. Both being strong CYP2D6 inhibitors makes me believe Fluoxeti...

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Anticipating StutteringStress & Fight/FlightAnxiety & Social Judgment+1 more
postr/StutterJan 25, 2026
2 points

Wife is in bridal party

Wife is in bridal party Hi everyone, just looking for some advice/support. My wife (26) and I (F27) are going to her best friends wedding over summer, she is the maid of honour so I will by myself a ...

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Anticipating StutteringFeared Words & NamesOverthinking & Monitoring+2 more
postr/StutterJan 24, 2026
6 points

Not stuttering when I speak to myself

Not stuttering when I speak to myself Does anyone else have this issue where they can completely yap/talk so much to themselves like even really fast in my case, but as soon as I get into a conversati...

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Avoidance & SubstitutionStress & Fight/FlightSituational Variability+1 more
postr/StutterJan 24, 2026
3 points

Stutter block

Stutter block Hello guys - I’m trying to see if anyone has any solutions for the problem I face. For quite some time now, I have been stutter-blocking quite a bit. With certain letters, I struggle to...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCauses & VariabilityEmotional Experience
Anticipating StutteringFeared Words & NamesOverthinking & Monitoring+3 more
commentr/StutterJan 24, 2026
1 points

People will pretend like don't know what you're talking about. We all know that the reason we care about stuttering at all is because people made us feel bad about it. They made us feel like it was s...

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Avoidance & SubstitutionHiding & ConcealmentStress & Fight/Flight+3 more
commentr/StutterJan 24, 2026
1 points

Propranolol is a beta-blocker. It mainly blocks adrenaline in the body… the physical symptoms of anxiety. It doesn’t really reduce anxiety like a SSRI does (over time). Yes, I use Propanolol before p...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCauses & VariabilityEmotional Experience
Avoidance & SubstitutionStress & Fight/FlightAnxiety & Social Judgment
commentr/StutterJan 23, 2026
1 points

Вы заикаетесь, когда одни потому что у вас нет стресса, а стресс влияет на ВНЧС, так же как ВНЧС влияет влияет на стресс, это замкнутый круг....

Causes & VariabilitySpeech & Stuttering
Stress & Fight/FlightLoss of Control
commentr/StutterJan 23, 2026
1 points

Stuttering is not a lack of air. Under nervous stress or in a significant situation, the nervous system switches into a protective mode and seems to lock up. At that moment, it is not breathing that i...

Causes & VariabilitySpeech & Stuttering
Stress & Fight/FlightLoss of Control
commentr/StutterJan 23, 2026
0 points

Where did it say I didn’t know how it works? I mentioned how I take it for situational anxiety mainly it reduces the physical symptoms of anxiety. I also mentioned in the post if propranolol makes o...

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Avoidance & SubstitutionStress & Fight/FlightAnxiety & Social Judgment
commentr/StutterJan 23, 2026
0 points

I take propranolol for similar reasons. It is blocking the adrenaline response but it doesn't actually block anxiety or ruminating. You don't feel the surge like you would otherwise, but you need to c...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCauses & VariabilityEmotional Experience
Avoidance & SubstitutionStress & Fight/FlightAnxiety & Social Judgment
postr/StutterJan 23, 2026
2 points

I have a bone to pick with propranolol

I have a bone to pick with propranolol Hi all, Hope you’re doing well. I’m not sure if anyone’s taken propranolol but I take it for situational anxiety. I did a med school virtual pre-screening a...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCauses & VariabilityEmotional Experience
Avoidance & SubstitutionStress & Fight/FlightAnxiety & Social Judgment
commentr/StutterJan 23, 2026
2 points

I went through boot camp for the Air Force back in 2020 and really had to push myself through all of the blocks and cluttering I usually do. Best thing I can say is just focus on the current task you'...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCauses & VariabilitySpeech & Stuttering
Anticipating StutteringStress & Fight/FlightBlocks & Stoppages
commentr/StutterJan 23, 2026
1 points

Hi there. Stuttering is very inconsistent. It goes up and down for everyone really. So what you’re describing sounds typical. Talking with an slp is a good idea too just for more info and clarity. Str...

Causes & Variability
Stress & Fight/FlightSeverity & Fluctuation
commentr/StutterJan 22, 2026
1 points

What strategies have you been implementing to improve your stutter? I’m a 29 year old male and public speak for a living. I typically give 2 1-hr in-person presentations a week. This stuttering issue...

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Anticipating StutteringFeared Words & NamesStress & Fight/Flight+2 more
commentr/StutterJan 22, 2026
3 points

Yes. I used to lead a line at a factory and a security officer for a college. At first it was of course a huge step but some days i barely stuttered or even noticed i did, and speaking was second natu...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCauses & VariabilityEmotional Experience
Avoidance & SubstitutionStress & Fight/FlightAnxiety & Social Judgment
postr/StutterJan 21, 2026
8 points

I have a trial coming up and I’m the plaintiff. Wish me luck!

I have a trial coming up and I’m the plaintiff. Wish me luck! Hi everyone, like the tittle says, I have a trial coming up in a few weeks. I’m the plaintiff in this case. I have a pretty moderate case ...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCauses & VariabilityEmotional Experience
Anticipating StutteringOverthinking & MonitoringStress & Fight/Flight+2 more
commentr/StutterJan 21, 2026
1 points

I exactly this. I have found that once my anxiety is under control, then so is my stutter. This is why practicing mindfulness is so important, so it directly translates into being more calm and more i...

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Overthinking & MonitoringStress & Fight/FlightMindfulness & Breathing+1 more