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commentr/StutterFeb 2, 2026
1 points

I’m 39, and stuttering doesn’t fade with time. But I put God first and keep speaking anyway. I try to ignore the uncomfortable stares when I stutter— that moment when the whole room goes silent, lik...

Causes & VariabilityEmotional Experience
Genetic & Family FactorsAnxiety & Social JudgmentShame & Embarrassment
commentr/StutterJan 31, 2026
2 points

All of the above. Reading out loud and practicing speech techniques is good, reading is a form of meditation and helps you stay present. Reading is your best friend. Read however it’s best for you!...

Coping & AdvocacyCauses & VariabilitySchool & Work
Mindfulness & BreathingGenetic & Family FactorsSchool & Academic Life
commentr/StutterJan 30, 2026
2 points

Thanks for your response!! My dad also stutters and so does my grandpa. Genetic component for me too and really sucks that I’m the only child in my small extended family that got it haha none of my co...

Causes & VariabilityCommunity & SupportMeds & Substances
Genetic & Family FactorsValidation & EmpathyMedication Inquiries
commentr/StutterJan 30, 2026
1 points

Hiya! Well, the only thing that helped me was benzos. Not ideal for long term daily or even semi-regular use. I've been on various antidepressants (including Lexapro, Zoloft, Prozac, Effexor, Cymbalta...

Causes & VariabilityEmotional ExperienceMeds & Substances
Genetic & Family FactorsStress & Fight/FlightTrauma & Psychological+3 more
commentr/StutterJan 27, 2026
1 points

It’s certainly genetic, but the chances actually reduce if your child is a female (regardless if the mom stutters, I believe). Based on what you’ve said, I think the chances are between 25-50%. Howeve...

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Genetic & Family FactorsCycles & Randomness
commentr/StutterJan 27, 2026
1 points

Have 3 kids. Dh has a debilitating stutter. My son had one in 2nd grade but went through therapy and no longer stutters. Just had a teenage murmur....

Causes & VariabilitySchool & Work
Genetic & Family FactorsSchool & Academic Life
commentr/StutterJan 27, 2026
3 points

I have a moderate/severe stutter. My brother and uncle stutter too. I have 3 adult sons and none of them stutter and either does my grandson. My brother's son and daughter don't stutter and neither do...

Causes & Variability
Genetic & Family Factors
commentr/StutterJan 27, 2026
1 points

My brother and I stutter. Both my daughters do not stutter, however, they do have ADHD like me....

Causes & Variability
Genetic & Family Factors
commentr/StutterJan 27, 2026
3 points

No one else in my family had a stuttering problem except me....

Causes & Variability
Genetic & Family Factors
commentr/StutterJan 27, 2026
4 points

Congrats!!! I have three kids and none of them stutter....

Causes & Variability
Genetic & Family Factors
commentr/StutterJan 27, 2026
2 points

my mom and her father both stutter. out of 4 kids my mom had, only i stutter. so at least a 25% chance i fear...

Causes & Variability
Genetic & Family Factors
postr/StutterJan 27, 2026
2 points

What are the chances that your child will stutter if you do?

What are the chances that your child will stutter if you do? My wife and I are expecting our first child this summer - we recently found out it's a girl. We are truly bless and we are adjusting and ma...

Causes & VariabilityParent & Caregiver
Genetic & Family FactorsCycles & RandomnessEarly Concern & Onset
commentr/StutterJan 26, 2026
1 points

I’ve had a stutter all my life and I’m 39 now. My childhood was awful and my stutter don’t get much better in my 20s. Now, I hardly stutter anymore and when I do there are ways I can mask it by swappi...

Causes & VariabilityAnticipation & AvoidanceSchool & Work
Severity & FluctuationAvoidance & SubstitutionEmployment & Career+2 more
commentr/StutterJan 25, 2026
1 points

Hey I know I’m late but I stutter and my son unfortunately has been cursed with this as well. My question is… are all my children gonna be cursed? I want to have more kids but this worries me...

Causes & VariabilityParent & Caregiver
Genetic & Family FactorsEarly Concern & Onset
commentr/StutterJan 25, 2026
1 points

i think it depends. for those w genetic stuttering i dont think its the same as ppl who onset later in life....

Causes & VariabilitySpeech & Stuttering
Genetic & Family FactorsOnset & Life-Stage Changes
postr/StutterJan 25, 2026
5 points

How can I improve my stuttering issue

How can I improve my stuttering issue Hey I'm teenager I had stuttering issue in my whole life and I'm trying to improve my stuttering. People suggest around me to speak slowly and I do try to speak l...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCauses & VariabilityIdentity & Disability
Feared Words & NamesAvoidance & SubstitutionGenetic & Family Factors+2 more
postr/StutterJan 21, 2026
1 points

Vent: I wish more careers/jobs didn’t require speaking

Vent: I wish more careers/jobs didn’t require speaking Title says it all. I wish more careers and jobs didn’t require speaking as much as they do. My stutter has been getting worse lately and getting ...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCauses & VariabilityIdentity & Disability
Feared Words & NamesAvoidance & SubstitutionGenetic & Family Factors+3 more
commentr/StutterJan 21, 2026
1 points

>I dont care about studies and science in the case of stuttering because science and research needs funding and funding will not be given anytime soon to psychological approaches to stuttering this i...

Causes & VariabilityIdentity & Disability
Genetic & Family FactorsNeurological & BrainTrauma & Psychological+1 more
commentr/StutterJan 19, 2026
4 points

His speech impediment is also probably the result of his ketamine addiction. Dude is constantly tweaking and so many of his fans attribute it to his “autism diagnosis”...

Causes & VariabilityMeds & Substances
Genetic & Family FactorsRecreationa substances (e.g. Alcohol, Cannabis)
commentr/StutterJan 18, 2026
2 points

The hardest pill for me is, theres no cure, im always gonna have it, its not going anywhere, and there are high chances it passes on to my children. (I dont want that for them)...

Causes & VariabilityEmotional Experience
Genetic & Family FactorsCycles & RandomnessSadness & Hopelessness