Some treatments for stuttering - Definition

There are many treatments for stuttering; none of them is 100% effective. Therapy can help to stop the disorder before it becomes a problem for life.

One way of helping the children is to educate their parents. Some advice:

1. Offer a relaxed atmosphere at home and spend some time speaking with the child every day.
2. Don't force the child to repeat the stuttered word until he/she says it properly.
3. Don't force the child to talk in front of other people.
4. Avoid telling the child to think what he is going to say.
5. Listen to the child attentively.
6. Speak slowly so the child can imitate.
7. Let the child say what he is thinking and don't try to complete his thoughts.
8. If the child asks about it, speak with him/her frankly.

The del Ferro method to combat stuttering focuses on proper control of the diaphragm.

There are also other treatments such as medicaments and electronic devices.