Question
Since he was 2 years old, he would occasionally stutter for a while and then it would stop, only to start again later. Moreover, he has some bad habits like squinting eyes and stretching his neck, which are replaced by another habit each time. And it always comes back and forth.
Answer
Stuttering refers to the interruption, repetition, and lack of fluency in speech, a common language disorder in children. It affects about 5% of the total number of children, with about half of the stuttering children developing it before the age of 5. Stuttering usually develops in early childhood and is also the most easily corrected at this stage. If it is not corrected in the early childhood stage, stuttering may sometimes accompany them throughout their lives. There are many ways to self-correct stuttering, but most methods start with eliminating the causes of stuttering and poor pronunciation. It is important to seek professional help early on to develop an individualized treatment plan suitable for the child.