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1. Scanning the stammering brain

This article discusses physicological and psycological issues related to developmental stammering

Abstract:

Stammering (or stuttering) may be defined as an impairment of continuous utterance. Developmental stammering, regardless of country or language, affects 1% of adult populations. Exacerbation by the stress of adult conversation or public speaking contrasts sharply with normal flow during singing, acting or conversation with children. Alterations in regional cerebral blood flow suggest more...

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Republic of Ireland

Irish Journal of Psychological Medicine, Vol: 17 Page: 140-142 2000
CaoimhghÃn S. Breathnach

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