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Naomi H Rodgers1, Hope Gerlach-Houck2
1Department of Special Education and Communication Disorders, University of Nebraska-Lincoln.
Adults who stutter (AWS) can improve their quality of life by adjusting speech behaviors, developing positive attitudes toward stuttering, and increasing social participation. These actionable strategies support personalized stuttering therapy goals.
Area of Science:
- Speech and Language Pathology
- Communication Sciences and Disorders
Background:
- Stuttering affects adults' quality of life.
- Therapy often focuses on reducing stuttering frequency.
Purpose of the Study:
- To document behaviors adults who stutter (AWS) use for positive change.
- To identify actionable strategies for living with stuttering.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative study involving 23 key stakeholders (11 AWS, 12 SLPs).
- Semi-structured interviews analyzed using thematic analysis.
- Focused on identifying behaviors associated with positive change in living with stuttering.
Main Results:
- Three global themes emerged: adjusting physical speech behaviors, developing neutral/positive feelings about stuttering, and fuller social/professional participation.
- 35 basic themes and 11 organizing themes were identified.
- Behaviors are personally important and individualized.
Conclusions:
- Findings inform stuttering intervention targets and best practices.
- Measurable actions can be integrated into therapy plans for AWS.
- Promotes a holistic approach with individualized outcomes.
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