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Stuttering and The Preschool Child: Help for Families (VHS) (Prevention of Stuttering)

admin — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 19:49:23 +0000

Helps to understand stuttering and make needed changes.

Prevent Stuttering : Tips & Tricks To Help Combat Suffering (Kindle Edition)

admin — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 12:57:29 +0000

Prevent Stuttering : Tips & Tricks To Help Combat Suffering35 pagesTable of Contents Introduction How Speech Is Coordinated Early Signs Of Stuttering How To React To People That Stutter Employment What Parents Can Do For Children Who Stutter Stuttering During The School Age Years Tips For Classroom Presentations About Stuttering Treatment For People Who Help For Young Children What To Look For In A Speech-Language Pathologist Help For Teens Who Stutter Help For Adul (more…)

Prevent Stuttering – Tips and Tricks to Help Combat Stuttering (Kindle Edition)

admin — Sun, 28 Feb 2010 19:36:59 +0000

Are You Suffering From Social Withdrawal?Do People Shun Or Ostracize You Because You Have A Hard Time Getting Some Of Your Words Out?Or Does Your Child Get Teased At School Because They Stutter And Can’t Speak Like Everyone Else?If you have answered yes to any of the above, then you are in the tiny percentage of people that stutter.When you get this guide, Prevent Stuttering (Tips & Tricks to Help Combat Stuttering), you will have all the information you need to begin your roa (more…)

Prevent Stuttering – Tips & Tricks to Help Prevent Stuttering (Kindle Edition)

admin — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 10:42:33 +0000

Stuttering is a speech disorder in where there is a disruption or interruption of a normal speech flow. When people speak, they have to force some of their words out because the flow is blocked or broken. They end up looking weird because when they stutter, they make weird looking facial expressions or are constantly blinking their eyes. When they have to force what they have to say out of their mouths, it sounds cluttered. Sometimes people are not able to understand what they a (more…)

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“Prevent Stuttering” (Tips & Tricks to Help Combat Stuttering) (Kindle Edition)

admin — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 12:32:30 +0000

Stuttering is a speech impediment that is caused when the regular speech pattern is interrupted by repeated syllable or letter sounds. This happens when a person cannot say the word all at once. The person may also experience tremors and eye blinking while stuttering. There are about three million Americans that have been diagnosed with stuttering. It can affect anyone, but the group that it affects the most is children between the ages of 2 to 6 years old. This is the time t (more…)

Do You Stutter: Straight Talk for Teens (Understand Stuttering and What Can Be Done to Help)

admin — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 12:49:30 +0000

This new 35 minute videotape is an excellent resource for teens and adults, their families, teachers, physicians, and speech language pathologists. Certain to further the understanding of stuttering and what can be done to help, this video provides up-to-date information about what stuttering is; concerns and feelings associated with stuttering; and ways to help yourself and where to find help.

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Stuttering and the Preschool Child – Help for Families [VHS tape]

admin — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 16:52:12 +0000

Video VHS designed for a wide range of uses: for families of children affected, for speech-language pathologists working with treatment and for schools, clinics and university classroom settings.

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Stuttering and Your Child: Help for Families

admin — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 13:52:28 +0000

Review

…this is perhaps the best buy in the nation for information on children and stuttering. –ASHA Journal

This is a great source of help for parents! Formerly titled Stuttering and The Preschool Child: Help for Families. Spanish is included on DVD. This 30 minute DVD is for parents and families of young children who stutter. (Formerly entitled Stuttering and the Preschool Child) Both versions – English and Spanish – are on the same DVD. The focus is (more…)

Prevent Stuttering — Tips & Tricks to Help Combat Stuttering (Kindle Edition)

admin — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 21:22:50 +0000

Are You Suffering From Social Withdrawal?Do People Shun Or Ostracize You Because You Have A Hard Time Getting Some Of Your Words Out?Or Does Your Child Get Teased At School Because They Stutter And Can’t Speak Like Everyone Else?If you have answered yes to any of the above, then you are in the tiny percentage of people that stutter.Stuttering is a speech disorder in where there is a disruption or interruption of a normal speech flow. When people speak, they have to force some (more…)

10 Simple Communication Tips For Private And Public Speaking

admin — Sun, 06 Dec 2009 16:03:39 +0000

When you think about it, there really is so much to learn about the art of communication and conversation. Although, it is your throat and mouth that are making the sounds and movements, it’s you brain that is working twice as hard to communicate your knowledge.
The first step in learning to communicate effectively is by knowing the person you are closest to: yourself.
1. Know What You are Talking About
To be an effective speaker, educate yourself about the subject being discussed and practice what you have learned. We all have limitations, but that does not mean that you cannot learn to keep up with others and share what they know.
2. Listening
Asking questions is important, but so is listening. Oftentimes, just listening to the sound of you own voice will teach us to be somewhat more confident in ourselves and then we feel that we can talk about things we believe in with conviction.
3. Humility
No one is perfect, we all make mistakes from time to time, maybe slur our words or stutter. Maybe we mispronounce certain words although we know the meaning of the word that we are trying to say; we just rarely use it only to impress others. So if you are speaking to a group, do not be shy or afraid, ask them if you are saying the word properly. With any luck, they too will be unsure and you can just make a joke out of it. A little added humor never hurts; just make sure that it is tasteful.
4. Eye Contact
It is important to stay focused on your subject when talking to a group of people or in a meeting. Make eye contact with each individual, but do not linger, even though he or she may be gorgeous.
5. Humor
A little humor will go a long way in lifting the tension or boredom in a room when making a speech. This way, you will get the attention of the majority of the crowd and they will feel that you are down to earth and approachable.
6. You are No Different Than They are So Mingle a Little
Interact and mingle with other people. You will likely get some new ideas, as well as, learning a little bit about what makes people who they are.
7. Hear Yourself
Admit it, there are times when you sing in the shower. We all do it! Try practicing your speech in front of the mirror, this gives you the opportunity to hear the sound of your own voice and can help you correct the stress areas of your pitch. While you’re at it you can get spruced up.
8. Present Yourself with a Smile
Much like eye contact, a smile says it all. There is not any point in frowning or grimacing in a gathering or meeting, unless you are at a wake. You can express yourself better when you smile.
9. Have a Role Model
There is probably one or two people in your life you have listened to when they are presenting a speech at a public gathering or maybe in church. Take a mental note of how they emphasize themselves when they are talking. This may help you once you take center stage.
10. Preparation
Rather than being in a hurried panic and just scribbling down notes, it is best to be prepared. Know what you want to say, have a good set of notes available, just in case you need to take a peek. More importantly, be sure that you feel comfortable with what you are going to be talking about. After all, you do not want to be a nervous wreck and fall to pieces during your presentation.
And that about wraps it up. You can improve your communication skills by putting any of the above steps into action when it comes to private or public speaking. It also doesn’t hurt to just be with people and to listen how they make conversations and meetings far more enjoyable as well as educational.

Kevin Sinclair is the publisher and editor of my-personal-growth.com, a site that provides information and articles for self improvement and personal growth and development.