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Is stuttering a contraindication to psychotherapy?

V Butany, E Persad

    Canadian Journal of Psychiatry. Revue Canadienne De Psychiatrie
    |June 1, 1982
    PubMed
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    This case report shows focused brief psychotherapy can successfully treat self-esteem issues in stuttering patients. Resolving countertransference feelings aided therapy success, suggesting psychotherapy may benefit stutterers.

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    Area of Science:

    • Psychology
    • Speech-Language Pathology

    Background:

    • Individual psychotherapy is often deemed ineffective for neurotic issues in stuttering patients.
    • Existing literature expresses pessimism regarding psychotherapy for stutterers.

    Observation:

    • A case report details a stuttering patient treated for self-esteem issues using focused brief psychotherapy.
    • The patient's self-esteem problems were addressed through this therapeutic approach.

    Findings:

    • Successful resolution of countertransference feelings was key to achieving therapeutic goals.
    • Focused brief psychotherapy facilitated the patient's progress.

    Implications:

    • The findings challenge the prevailing pessimism in the literature regarding psychotherapy for stutterers.
    • Further case reports on similar treatment attempts are warranted.
    • Brief focused psychotherapy may enhance the efficacy of speech therapy for individuals who stutter.

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