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Integrative Center for Wellness • Dr. Samoon Ahmad

Stuttering: More Treatment Options Than Ever Before

by Samoon Ahmad • May 1, 2018

Stuttering is a speech disorder characterized by the involuntary disruption of verbal fluency. It is relatively common, with as many as 55 million people worldwide being affected by the disorder. Severe cases of stuttering can be virtually debilitating. Those who stutter can find themselves avoiding social situations or not progressing in academic or professional careers, […]


Stuttering is Rarely a Stand Alone Affliction

by Samoon Ahmad • April 27, 2018

Though stuttering may seem to be an issue that is entirely physical, new studies have found that the affliction has multiple components. While this may seem like a surprise, some of the most promising new research into stuttering has found that it is far more neurological in nature than previously thought. In fact, these studies […]


Managing and Thriving with a Stutter

by Samoon Ahmad • April 19, 2018

Stuttering can be an embarrassing and debilitating problem. It can be especially difficult for children who may opt to withdraw from social situations to avoid being mocked by classmates. It can also be difficult for adults who would prefer to avoid feelings of shame, self-consciousness and awkwardness with peers. What may surprise you is that […]