Patient's question:
My son was discovered to have a slight stutter when he was four years old. Now that he is in second grade, his stutter has slightly worsened. Our whole family is very anxious because he has a quick temper. What treatment should we do?Doctor's answer:
Parents should create a pleasant and stable environment for children who stutter to alleviate their mental burden, reduce their stuttering, and when the child stutters, avoid mimicking, mocking, or giving unsolicited advice. They should not draw excessive attention to the child's speech defects or display impatience or rudely interrupt the child's speech. Parents should offer more comfort and encouragement, pretending not to notice the stuttering, and guide the child to speak more slowly, lower their volume, and speak calmly. They should help the child build confidence in overcoming their stuttering.