Why Early Intervention is Critical 

Though there is no cure for stuttering, early intervention can help children who demonstrate symptoms. If the problem is caught early enough he or she may get treatment before becoming too self-conscious or anxious when speaking in public. Early treatment for stuttering may prevent their disorder from becoming a lifelong problem.

Fluency Shaping and Stuttering Modification Methods 

Fluency shaping is a treatment for stuttering that focuses on eliminating disfluent speech during everyday communication. While delayed auditory feedback and fluency shaping programs can be effective in reducing stuttering, they are not the most sensible path for everyone. The process can feel overwhelming for some since emotional and psychological issues may not be addressed by strategies that focus exclusively on eliminating stuttering completely.

Stuttering modification involves identifying and addressing disfluencies as they occur to reduce their negative effects, rather than attempting to eliminate them entirely. A speech pathologist may provide opportunities for education and help clients learn to relax when they speak. Reducing anxiety can help an individual express themselves more clearly, so listeners have less trouble understanding their words. Modern SLPs often utilize a combination of these two methods in order to create a comprehensive approach that offers emotional and psychological support as well as practices designed to shape speech to sound more natural. 

Key Factors for Successful Treatment 

For a person who stutters, successful treatment is a matter of setting goals and working toward them with dedication. The ultimate goal is to overcome fear, reduce stress and help them feel more comfortable in their everyday environment. The most important thing for anyone who stutters is to participate in therapy sessions regularly. This will allow you to work on your speech habits and build up confidence so that you can feel more comfortable speaking in public situations.

Do You Need Stuttering Therapy? 

If you or someone you love is struggling with stuttering, it can be a difficult obstacle to overcome. But there's good news. Stuttering can be treated successfully, and the team at Concierge Speech Services of Atlanta is here to help. We will work hard to create a customized plan that will help you find the treatment option that works best for you. Reach out to our friendly staff today if you have any questions or are ready to schedule your first stuttering treatment.