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Understanding Stuttering: Personal Stories and Professional Perspectives

In a lively discussion about stuttering, the episode shines a light on the often-overlooked community of individuals who stutter. Our guests, Christine Rose, Jamie Saunders-Anglin, and Molly Porzel, offer a wealth of knowledge and personal anecdotes that enrich the conversation. • Christine, a seasoned speech-language pathologist, drives home the point that stuttering is not merely a speech problem but a condition with deep-rooted genetic ties. This insight shifts the narrative from one of shame to one of understanding, emphasizing that stuttering is a natural variation rather than a defect. • Jamie's experiences as a mother of a child who stutters add a poignant layer to the dialogue, as she recounts the challenges and triumphs of her family's journey towards acceptance. Her advocacy led to significant changes, including the introduction of a speech-related medical alert to your driver's license to inform law enforcement and first responders about your stutter, aimed at preventing misunderstandings in high-stress situations, such as encounters with law enforcement. • Meanwhile, Molly brings in a unique perspective as both a wife and a mother within the stuttering community, discussing the social and emotional impacts on children and the importance of instilling confidence and self-advocacy from a young age. This episode is a powerful reminder that while stuttering presents challenges, it also fosters resilience, community, and a rich tapestry of human experience. [00:00] Introduction to Stuttering [00:48] Welcome to St. Louis in Tune [02:44] Meet Our Guests [04:10] Understanding Stuttering [10:25] Personal Stories and Experiences [11:56] Support and Advocacy [21:55] Medical Alert Initiative [28:58] Brief Break and Sponsor Message [29:24] Better Rate Mortgage Ad [30:09] Welcome Core Initiative [31:01] National Stuttering Association Conference [36:54] Local Support Groups for Stuttering [49:51] Mental Floss and Fun Facts [51:04] National Days and Podcast Information [53:02] Humorous Jokes and Closing Remarks Takeaways: • About 1% of adults stutter in the U.S., which is around 3 million people, wow! • Stuttering is more common in males than in females, with a ratio of about 4:1. • There isn't a universal cure for stuttering; it's a complex issue that varies for everyone. • The National Stuttering Association works hard to reduce stigma and support those who stutter. • Self-advocacy plays a crucial role for individuals who stutter, helping them communicate their needs better. • The new medical alert program for driver's licenses helps law enforcement understand stuttering better. • WeStutter - National Stuttering Association Home Page (https://www.westutter.org/) • WeStutter - St Louis Teens Chapter (https://www.westutter.org/event-detai...) • WeStutter - St Louis Family Chapter (https://www.westutter.org/chapter/st-...) • Facebook - WeStutter (  / westutter  ) • YouTube - WeStutter (   / @westutter  ) • Instagram - WeStutter (  / westutter  ) • Pinterest - WeStutter (  / westutter  ) • National Stuttering Association | LinkedIn (  / nationalstutteringassociation  ) This is Season 8! For more episodes, go to stlintune.com (https://stlintune.com/) #stuttering #nationalstutteringassociation #nsa #stutteringsupports #InternationalStutteringAwarenessDay #slp #speechlanguagepathologist