Childhood Stuttering – Causes, Support Strategies, and When to Seek Help

Childhood Stuttering in Dubai

Childhood stuttering in Dubai is a common concern for many parents of children aged 2–5. This condition affects the fluency of speech through repeated sounds, prolongations, or silent blocks. While many children go through a brief phase of disfluency, persistent stuttering may require professional evaluation and speech therapy.

What Causes Childhood Stuttering in Dubai?

Stuttering in children is believed to be influenced by a combination of neurological, genetic, and emotional factors. Children with a family history of stuttering are more likely to develop it. Stressful environments or high communication pressure may intensify symptoms.

Speech Therapy for Childhood Stuttering in Dubai

1. Comprehensive Evaluation
An SLP assesses whether the child’s disfluency is developmental or a sign of a long-term disorder.

2. Parent Education and Counseling
SLPs provide guidance on how to reduce pressure, model slow speech, and respond supportively.

3. Home Strategies
Parents are encouraged to speak calmly, avoid interruption, and give the child time to express thoughts.

4. Therapy Techniques
SLPs may use fluency shaping, controlled breathing, and play-based strategies.

5. Environmental Adjustments
Minimizing distractions, maintaining eye contact, and creating routine helps fluency.

‍‍ Complementary Approaches

In addition to individual sessions, group therapy for stuttering can be an effective and supportive way to help children build fluency in a social setting.

Academic Reference

For a more in-depth discussion, read our published study:
The Role of Speech Therapy in Enhancing Communication Skills of Children with Exceptional Needs

When Should You Be Concerned?

Seek support if:

• Stuttering continues beyond 6 months

• Child shows frustration or avoidance

• Physical tension during speech

• Family history of stuttering is present

Need Help with Your Child’s Speech?

If you’re concerned about your child’s stuttering, our clinic in Dubai offers specialized, child-centered speech therapy.

Dr. Azizreza Ghasemzadeh
Speech Therapist & Consultant Psychologist
WhatsApp: 0555 600 641
www.speechtherapy.ae
✉️ info@speechtherapy.ae
Armada Medical Centre, JLT – Dubai
Lifeworks Centre, Al Quoz – Dubai

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Selected Published Articles by Dr. Azizreza Ghasemzadeh:

You may refer to the following peer-reviewed articles authored by Dr. Ghasemzadeh et al., to explore further research in clinical psychology, cognitive therapy, speech disorders, and neurological rehabilitation:

1. Cognitive Mastery in Sports
2. CBT on Dysmenorrhea in Iranian Girls
3. Psychosomatic Manifestations in Speech Disorders
4. Cultural Considerations in Autism
5. Life Enrichment for Women with MS
6. Parentification in Girls from Single-Parent Families
7. Postpartum Depression and Mindfulness
8. Fatigue in ALS Patients
9. Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy on Reducing the Depression As a Dysmenorrhea Symptom
10. Group Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in Treating Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder