Fall Magazine

Stuttering takes the stage when it comes to music history.

6 Ways Stuttering Foundation Changes Lives Through Global Outreach

October 22 marks International Stuttering Awareness Day (ISAD). Stuttering affects an estimated one percent of the world’s population—that’s more that 80 million people worldwide.

6 Ways Stuttering Foundation Changes Lives Through Global Outreach

International Stuttering Awareness Day 2024

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Stuttering Moments in Music

It is the 50th anniversary of the song “Bennie and the Jets” by Elton John becoming the first song with stuttering vocals to reach number one on the Billboard Hot 100.

Singing and Stuttering

Did you know that many famous singers who stutter began singing to overcome their stutter?

Rock 'n' Roll History

BTO celebrates 50 years of its record-breaking stuttering single.

Remembering James Earl Jones

It is with profound sadness we share the passing of James Earl Jones.

Palin Parent Child Interaction Therapy for Early Childhood Stuttering

Oasis Reunion Tour

Brothers Noel and Liam Gallagher ended their feud and made the surprise announcement that rocked Oasis fans the world over.

Interactive Fluency Notebooks

Grab a spiral notebook, some construction paper, markers, and glue. An Interactive Fluency Notebook is a great way to think about speech while making fun crafts!

Dear Reader:

I wanted to share my story because when I was your age, I would have loved to have heard from people who stutter who have been successful in their lives not because they overcame their stutter, but in spite of (or even because of) their stutter.

Q&A with Zackary Brown

Zackary Brown is currently a second year Pediatric Physician Resident at Mount Sinai Kravis Children's Hospital in New York City.

'Manboy' Completes Vawter's Trilogy

Stuttering is a major thematic element throughout series.

Life On Delay

This book is a must read.

The Teacher Who Made a Difference

Read the story behind the popular children's book.

J. Edgar Hoover

The controversial man behind the FBI.

Summer 2024 Magazine

Our new magazine has a collection of artwork, letters, and fun for kids, by kids.

Back to School: The Video Every Parent and Teacher Should See

Memphis, Tenn. (June 7, 2024) – As families and teachers prepare for the start of school, stuttering in the classroom, the lunchroom, and the playground remain challenging and problematic for many.  Some five percent--one out of every 20 children--may experience stuttering for six months or more.

Stuttering Foundation Mourns Passing of Bill Walton

Walton is remembered as a college basketball and NBA legend, broadcaster, and stuttering advocate.

Therapists from Around the World Attend Workshop on Stuttering

The Eastern Workshop: Using Cognitive Approaches to Working with People Who Stutter took place in Boston, Massachusetts.

The Stuttering Foundation Mourns Passing of Bill Walton

Memphis, Tenn. (May 28, 2024) — The Stuttering Foundation mourns the passing of college basketball and NBA legend, broadcaster, and stuttering advocate Bill Walton.

Featured nearly 30 years ago in The Stuttering Foundation newsletter, Walton spoke about his stuttering through childhood, college, and even in his professional career. Following is excerpted from that article:

Unlocking the Genetics of Stuttering

Researchers have linked a newly discovered gene to persistent stuttering into adulthood, giving hope to those with severe speech disorders.

"Slow down ... just take a deep breath"

There are two phrases I have always found the most frustrating (although well meaning).

Gerald Ford: American President and a Person Who Stuttered

The American public is well aware of Joe Biden’s childhood stuttering. But did you know about President Gerald Ford?

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