Many parents ask:“Does my college student really need stuttering therapy?”Below are the clearest signs they may benefit from specialized support 1. Their stuttering has increased since starting collegeStress, lack of sleep, and academic pressure can cause stuttering to increase.Common signs include:- More blocks, repetitions, or long pauses- Avoiding certain sounds or words- Feeling “stuck” in high-pressure moments 2. They avoid speaking situationsAvoidance is one of the bigg

by Lori Melnitsky, MA CCC-SLP   Clear Signs to Help Parents Know When It’s Time   Many parents ask me the same question: “My teen stutters… but do they really need therapy?”   Stuttering can be unpredictable. Some days your teen sounds fluent; other days they freeze, get stuck, or avoid talking completely. As a speech-language pathologist who stuttered severely growing up, I understand the confusion, fear, and frustration—both from the teen’s perspective and the parent’s.   T