Question
A 2-year-old child who used to speak fluently began to exhibit signs of stuttering at the age of two and a half. After two attempts at correction, no further correction was made, but the situation has gradually worsened. Now, the child often stutters while speaking, but not when singing or telling stories. Parents are worried whether the child’s stuttering will persist.
Answer
There is currently no definitive medication for treating stuttering in 2-year-olds. If the child’s stuttering has not improved by the age of 4, it may require further attention. Firstly, parents should help the child overcome their psychological fear, avoiding reprimands or randomly interrupting or correcting their child’s speech. They should communicate with their child in a relaxed manner. It is recommended that parents encourage their child to slow down their speaking pace and provide opportunities for reading and singing, which can greatly benefit in improving the stuttering condition.