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Jasmine & mum Heather

Stammering Facts

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

Stammering Facts

Learn all about stammering

Find out what we know about stammering: what it is and what it isn't, what causes it and when it usually starts.

To talk about anything, call our helpline on 0808 802 0002, start a webchat or email help@stamma.org

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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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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 & Medication

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

Read about the link between stammering and people with autistic spectrum conditions.
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Stammering, Tics & Tourette Syndrome

Is there a link between stammering, tics and Tourette Syndrome? Read our guide and learn how to get help if you're worried.
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Stammering & Down's Syndrome

Find out about the link between stammering and Down's Syndrome. Learn what to do when talking with someone with Down's Syndrome.
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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.