How to Treat Childhood Stuttering?

Question

A friend’s child has recently started showing signs of stuttering, which was not noticed before. The child experiences many pauses while speaking and finds it difficult to articulate. How should one treat childhood stuttering?

Answer

Currently, the main treatment for childhood stuttering involves non-medical approaches such as speech therapy, psychological therapy, biofeedback rhythm trainers, vocal modulation, delayed speech feedback techniques, and masking techniques. Treatment should be tailored to the individual’s characteristics, personality, emotions, and behavior. In school, teachers can alleviate the child’s tension. These treatment methods can help children gradually learn to speak fluently and practice in natural settings, such as conversing with strangers or at social gatherings. Language training methods are particularly important for improving stuttering conditions.