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Understanding Stuttering Disorder

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What defines stuttering as a disorder of speech production?

Conscious prolongation of sounds to emphasize words

Voluntary pauses in speech flow

A deliberate change in voice volume during speech

Involuntary repetitions of sounds, syllables, or words (correct)

Which type of stuttering typically originates in childhood and is not due to brain injury or disease?

Psychogenic Stuttering

Neurogenic Stuttering

Developmental Stuttering (correct)

Secondary Stuttering

What are some common covert features associated with stuttering?

Speaking fluently without any pauses

Avoidance of speaking in large groups

Speaking loudly and clearly to overcome stuttering

Using filler words like 'um' or 'I think' (correct)

Which term refers to disruptions in ongoing speech, also known as 'moments of stuttering'?

Dysfluencies Signup and view all the answers

What is a common characteristic that distinguishes typical dysfluency from stuttering?

Avoidance of certain words or sounds Signup and view all the answers

How are secondary behaviors used in relation to stuttering?

To avoid or hide instances of stuttering Signup and view all the answers

At what percentage of dysfluent syllables is typically perceived as stuttering by others?

10% Signup and view all the answers

Which type of dysfluency is perceived as more 'abnormal'?

Within-word dysfluencies Signup and view all the answers

What is a common sign of true stuttering in children?

Part-word repetitions Signup and view all the answers

What is a factor that can lead to spontaneous recovery in children who stutter?

Speaking more slowly Signup and view all the answers

At what age does the likelihood of recovery from stuttering sharply decrease?

9 years old Signup and view all the answers

What is a distinguishing feature of true stuttering compared to normal dysfluency?

Onset beyond age 9 Signup and view all the answers