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The speech-language pathologist's role in stuttering self-help groups

H H Gregory1

  • 1Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders, Northwestern University, Evanston, IL, USA.

Seminars in Speech and Language
|January 1, 1997
PubMed
Summary

Speech-language pathologists can effectively support the stuttering self-help movement by acting as consultants. This approach leverages professional expertise to enhance group effectiveness and collaboration.

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Area of Science:

  • Speech-Language Pathology
  • Community Support Systems
  • Behavioral Health

Background:

  • Definitions and roles of self-help and support groups are reviewed.
  • Mutual perceptions between speech-language pathologists (SLPs) and self-help groups are explored.
  • Current professional engagement with self-help groups is examined.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To understand the relationship between SLPs and self-help groups.
  • To identify effective models for professional-self-help group interaction.
  • To provide recommendations for SLPs engaging with the stuttering self-help movement.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing literature on self-help and support groups.
  • Distribution of a questionnaire to speech-language pathologists interacting with self-help groups.

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  • Analysis of questionnaire responses regarding professional-group relationships.

    • Main Results:

    • Identified varying views between SLPs and self-help groups.
    • Assessed current interaction patterns and professional engagement levels.
    • Gathered insights into how SLPs perceive their role in relation to these groups.

    Conclusions:

    • Recommends speech-language pathologists adopt a consultant role within the stuttering self-help movement.
    • Suggests this collaborative model can optimize support for individuals who stutter.
    • Highlights the importance of professional-community synergy in therapeutic outcomes.