Early Childhood Stuttering Therapy: A Practical Guide

By J. Scott Yaruss and Nina Reardon-Reeves

A comprehensive approach for evaluating and treating young children who stutter, ages 2 to 6. Learn to:

• Diagnose stuttering in preschool and young school-age children.

• Determine which children are most likely to need therapy.

• Write attainable goals and document success.

• Help parents and caregivers create a fluency-facilitating environment.

• Address parents' and caregivers' concerns.

• Support the development of healthy, appropriate communication attitudes for parents and their children.

• Transition to more-direct therapy when appropriate.

• Help children increase fluency and communication skills

• Overcome common fears about working with children who stutter, and build confidence in your therapy skills.