I'm 22 years old. The school period, especially the end of middle school / the beginning of technical school, was quite stressful for me. I started to stutter. At first I didn't pay attention to it (maybe it's better), but more and more often it seems to me that my problem is probably more in my head. If I know that I have to say something, ask something, make a public appearance, the thought immediately arises that I will definitely get stuck, not say a word. If the situation happens spontaneously, I don't think I'll have to say anything, it's better. This is a normal situation …?
You put it right, this is a problem that starts in your head. Of course, you can hear its effects in speech as stress attacks the respiratory and vocal systems. However, it is worth going to a speech therapist who will diagnose the scale of this problem and advise what to do. Perhaps simple exercises are enough, you may need a psychologist's consultation. However, you can handle everything and speak fluently.
Remember that our expert's answer is informative and will not replace a visit to the doctor.
Katarzyna BąkowiczSpecialist in the field of media communication. She conducts individual therapy with adults and children, workshops for working with the body, voice and breath, training for companies.
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