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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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Influential People Who Stammer

A list of famous people throughout history who stammer or stammered.
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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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Is Stammering A Disability?

Find out if stammering is classed as a disability. Read about the differing views of people who do and don't see themselves as being disabled.
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Stammering & The Law

What does the law say about stammering? Are people who stammer legally protected?
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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.