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Orla, Babszie, Bhupinder,Tayo & Steven

About Stammering

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Orla, Babszie, Bhupinder,Tayo & Steven

About Stammering

Find out what we know about stammering

Read about what stammering, aka stuttering, is and why people stammer. Learn how public responses have shaped the experience. Get tips for making space for people who stammer.

Do you have any questions? Want support? Start a webchat or call our helpline on 0808 802 0002. Become a member for free.

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Stammering Facts

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

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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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If you don't stammer read this

Find out what it can be like to stammer and how a society that values fluency has shaped the experience.
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Is Stammering A Disability?

Find out what the law says. Read about the differing views of people who do and don't see themselves as disabled.
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What is Stammering Pride?

Learn about the movement that celebrates stammering and pushes back against the stigma.
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Influential People who Stammer

A list of famous people throughout history who stammer or stammered.
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Stammering & The Law

What does the law say about stammering? Are people who stammer legally protected?
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Finding The Right Words

Help us to change the negative language around stammering.
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Research

Find out about the latest stammering research and how you can influence future studies.
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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.