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Jasmine & mum Heather

Understanding Stammering

A young girl on a sofa holding a toy, with her mother sitting next to her
Jasmine & mum Heather

Understanding Stammering

Learn all about stammering

Find out what we know: what is stammering? What causes it? When does it usually start? You don’t have to read everything. You can dip in wherever feels most helpful.

Want to talk about anything? Call our free helpline on 0808 802 0002 or start a webchat.

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What Is Stammering?

Find out the meaning and definition of stammering. When does it start and will it stop?
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What Causes Stammering?

Find out what we know so far about why people stammer.
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Is There A Stammering Cure?

Is there a remedy or quick fix that will 'get rid' of stammering? Can you 'overcome' it? Will stammering stop? Find out here.
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What is Covert Stammering?

Some people who stammer go to great lengths to pass as fluent. Find out why and read about the effects it can have.
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Stammering & Bilingual Children

Does speaking more than one language cause children to stammer? Find out what to do if you are worried.
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Stammering & Related Differences

Stammering can sometimes appear alongside other neurological or genetic differences. Find out more.
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Stammering & Medication

Find out if there are medications or any drugs that can help with stammering.
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Stammering Jargon Explained

An A to Z of stammering words.
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Any questions?

We're here to help. Start a webchat or call our helpline free on 0808 802 0002, both open Mondays to Thursdays 10am-2pm and 4pm-8pm. Or email help@stamma.org.

We also have information leaflets you can download or order.