Bollywood Star Talks About His Stuttering
It is likely that few people in North America know the name Hrithik Roshan. He is currently the biggest movie star in Bollywood, and many cinema critics feel that Roshan could be the first Bollywood star to make the transition to Hollywood star.Rock Star Tells Her Personal Story
With the worldwide attention given to American Idol contestant Lazaro Arbos in early 2013, the stuttering community has been heartened by how the young singer has put a human face on stuttering. Articles abound telling how almost all people who stutter can sing fluently. There are many famous people who stutter who have had brilliant singing careers.Teachers Make a Difference for Kids
An exciting new book for children, The Teacher Who Made a Difference, written by noted children's author Corrine M. Litzenberg, is now available. The story portrays the close relationship Corinne has with her teacher, Mrs. Mabel. They work their way through challenging situations related to Corinne's stuttering.Early Intervention Still Best Option
Concerned parents who want to help their children who stutter have a new resource to turn to. The Stuttering Foundation has released a new 16-minute video, 7 Tips for Talking with the Child Who Stutters, that offers practical strategies parents can use to support their young children's communication skills and build their confidence.
My Stutter and Bowling
Hello my name is Timothy Deubner, T.J for short, and I am a pro-am bowler who stutters. I have stuttered all my life, and I know that I will continue to stutter. It makes me, me. Knowing what may happen during the day at school, at work, or when I'm bowling in a tournament, such as being mocked or made fun of, has never held me back. It has just has made me stronger.Umang Inspires Young People
Umang Desai is one of the young people featured in the DVD Stuttering: For Kids, By Kids. Since that DVD was filmed in 2004, Umang has not only inspired many young people, but has crossed many bridges himself to become an attorney.
Hundred Hole Hike Supports Stuttering
I am 35 years old and have a wonderful wife and three beautiful children. I am a life long stutterer, although as an adult I've been able to cope with my symptoms and now many acquaintances aren't even aware of my stuttering.
Camps Provide Fun and Learning
We are featuring three summer camps: the Institute for Stuttering Research, Wasatch Children's Stuttering Management Program, and Freedom to Speak.
Don't Let Stuttering Keep You Out of the ROTC
Starting a freshman year in college, I was required to take basic Reserve Officer Training (ROTC). I felt good about doing well with weapons and drilling in formation, so I continued in advanced ROTC. Speaking in public was minimal, and when it was required, it was before large groups who needed to be addressed in a loud voice.
A Meaningful Poem About Stuttering
Hello, my name is Eric Hawkins. I struggled with stuttering for many years until a few years back when I made it a part of who I am. I still stutter some, but the weight of embarrassment has lifted. Thank you for what you do for those of us who stutter.