Theory and therapy in stuttering: A complex relationship
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► It is a worthwhile exercise to attempt to fit the mechanisms thought to underpin stuttering treatments to a model of cause. ► A 3-factor causal model is presented which proposes to explain moments of stuttering. ► The three factors are (1) a neural processing deficit, (2) triggers inherent in spoken language, and (3) modulating factors. ► The mechanism underpinning the Lidcombe program of early intervention is not fully understood. ► In the sciences, the main function of well-constructed theories, models and hypotheses is to prompt further research.
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Ann Packman is a Senior Researcher at the Australian Stuttering Research Centre. She has worked for more than 30 years in the area of stuttering as a clinician, teacher and researcher. One of her current interests is theories of the cause of stuttering.