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Streaming Video LibraryNavigating Stuttering in Downs Syndrome: Insights and Impact
Dates Available: 09/01/2025 to 08/31/2030
Registration Deadline: 08/31/2030
Emily Lowther, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, of Curtin University in Australia discusses the unique speech behaviors and linguistic factors associated with stuttering in individuals with Downs syndrome. Drawing from current research, participant insights and clinical experiences, she explores the potential causes, behavioral characteristics, daily impact, and discuss strategies for managing stuttering in this population.
Learning Outcomes:
As a result of this activity, participants will be able to
1. Describe the potential underlying mechanisms of stuttering in individuals with Downs syndrome, including links to genetic, neurological, and developmental factors.
2. Identify common characteristics of stuttering in this population, such as repetitions, prolongations, and blocks, and how these differ from the general population.
3. Recognize the impact of stuttering on communication and social interactions for individuals with Downs syndrome, including the influence of concomitant speech and language issues.
4. Discuss ways to support individuals with Downs syndrome who stutter, including techniques for creating a supportive communication environment and addressing specific linguistic challenges.
DISCLOSURES: Emily Lowther receives a salary from Curtin University in Australia. She received an honorarium for her work on this presentation. Emily Lowther has no non-financial relationship with the Stuttering Foundation to disclose.
SATISFACTORY COMPLETION: Course takers must earn a passing score on a multiple-choice test in order to achieve satisfactory completion.
We offer two versions of every online course. The CEU Assessment Only version of each course is for those who previously purchased the course DVD or book and are now interested in purchasing access to the test only in order to earn ASHA CEUs for the material. The Video/Book plus CEU Assessment version is the complete package and allows you to study the material and immediately take the assessment to earn your ASHA CEUs.
Navigating Stuttering in Downs Syndrome: Insights and Impact
(Video/Books + CEU Assessment) $10 Register*If you are not an ASHA member, you can still take our Continuing Education courses. Simply enter "NA" in the ASHA Number blank when filling in your profile information.
Expiration Dates: You must complete and pass the CEU assessment for each course BEFORE the expiration date indicated for the course. We cannot report CEUs earned after the course expiration date to ASHA.
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