To determine if you have a stammer (also known as stuttering), consider whether you experience any of the following speech patterns:
- Repetitions: Do you repeat sounds or syllables? For example, saying "mu-mu-mu-mummy."
- Prolongations: Do you make sounds longer than normal? For example, "mmmmmmummy."
- Blocks: Does a word get stuck, or do you find yourself unable to say it at all?
If you experience these speech patterns, especially if they are frequent and cause you distress or difficulty communicating, it's possible you have a stammer. However, only a qualified speech-language pathologist can provide an accurate diagnosis.
Consider consulting with a speech-language pathologist for a professional assessment. They can evaluate your speech patterns and determine if you have a stammer and, if so, recommend appropriate treatment options.
