Patient's question:
My child is 6 years old this year. He started showing signs of stuttering when he was over 3 years old. At that time, I didn't pay much attention, thinking that as he grew older, it would naturally improve. Now that he's 6, it hasn't gotten better and seems even worse than before.Doctor's answer:
What are the symptoms of childhood stuttering: It is characterized by disordered speech rhythm, difficulty in pronunciation, repetition, interruption, or blockage of sounds or words, resulting in incoherent speech, accompanied by compensatory movements such as stamping feet or clapping legs. Additionally, children with stuttering often exhibit shyness, withdrawal, low self-esteem, or other emotional disorders. Children are generally quite sensitive, so if they stutter, avoid reminding them. The more you remind them, the more they will focus on it, and the worse the stuttering will become. It is recommended to observe the child regularly for any other symptoms.