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Byrd, Courtney T.; Coalson, Geoffrey A.; Young, Megan M. – Topics in Language Disorders, 2022
The purpose of this study was to examine the benefits of a treatment approach for adults who stutter that focuses on core communication competencies rather than attempt to modify speech fluency. Eleven adults who stutter completed a 12-week treatment program at The Arthur M. Blank Center for Stuttering Education and Research. Pre- and…
Descriptors: Adults, Stuttering, Communication Skills, Intervention
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Daniels, Derek E.; Gabel, Rodney M. – Topics in Language Disorders, 2004
Identity is an important concept to consider when describing human development. To date, relatively few articles have addressed file application of identity theory, especially that concerned with the social construction, to stuttering. This article examines why the construction of a positive identity may be difficult due to the negative effect of…
Descriptors: Stuttering, Qualitative Research, Self Concept, Speech Therapy