Hello, my name is Kirsten and I am currently a second year student in a master’s program for speech language pathology. My current externship site is at a school system, and, unfortunately, they are currently low on SLP’s, therefore, large … Continue reading →
Hi! I am currently a second year Speech Language Pathology graduate student. While I do not have much for experience in working with individuals who stutter, I am seeing my first client this semester for treatment. With this individual we … Continue reading →
What do you believe is the most effective method for introducing graduate SLP students to individuals who stutter, ensuring they feel adequately prepared when they begin their careers in the field?
I am a second year graduate student pursing a masters degree in Speech-Language Pathology. My question is how can I balance educating clients and families without overwhelming them? I am a firm believer that knowledge is power and having a … Continue reading →
Hello! My name is Cadyia Pugh and I am a current SLP graduate student. I was just curious about any opinions on the development of self-advocacy in PWS. I personally believe that this has become a huge and crucial part … Continue reading →
The term “stuttering” is used by different people to refer to different things. For example, stuttering can be overt or covert. It can also be primary (sometimes “core” or “open” stuttering) or secondary (avoidances, “struggle” behaviour etc). There can also … Continue reading →
Many people have the misconception that a person who stutters can be “cured” or their “stuttering problem can be fixed”. From speaking with other professionals, people who stutter, and parents of people who stutter, I learned that sometimes other people … Continue reading →
It seems like there is still a long way to go before stuttering is normalized, and not seen as something that needs to be fixed or eliminated. Even though there has been a lot of evidence based research that tells … Continue reading →
