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Stuttering and your child : questions and answers / [Edward G. Conture and six others].

Conture, Edward G., (author.). Stuttering Foundation of America, (issuing body,, publisher.).

Summary:

One of the best sources on early childhood stuttering and how to help! Updated by Edward G. Conture, Ph.D., of Vanderbilt University, this book represents the current thinking of seven leading authorities in the field of stuttering. All believe that early intervention is crucial in the prevention of stuttering in young children. You will find answers to the questions most often asked by parents who are concerned about stuttering and their child. These answers will enable you, the parent, to work with your child in ways that contribute significantly to the healthy and normal development of fluency. Also included are tips for parents and teachers. This book is a must for parents, teachers, and all those wanting to help the child who stutters. It is often used as a supplement to clinical treatment. 64 pages. Chapters written by Lois Nelson, Ph.D.; Dean Williams, Ph.D.; Richard Curlee, Ph.D.; William Perkins, Ph.D.; Barry Guitar, Ph.D.; and Edward G. Conture, Ph.D.

Record details

ISBN: 9780933388598
ISBN: 0933388594
Physical Description: 60 pages ; 24 cm
Edition: Fifth edition.
Publisher: Memphis, Tenn. : Stuttering Foundation of America, 2015.

Content descriptions

Formatted Contents Note:

Does my child stutter? / Richard F. Curlee -- Why does my child stutter? / Edward G. Conture -- How does our home life influence his stuttering? / Lois A. Nelson -- What do I tell people about my child's stuttering? / Dean E. Williams -- What is involved in therapy? / Hugo H. Gregory -- What if my child continues to stutter? / Barry Guitar -- Should we seek help? / William H. Perkins -- Insurance information -- Risk factors and chart.