The Unprofessional Guide to stuttering
What You Need to Know — For Informational Purposes Only. A Plain-Language Guide for Patients and Caregivers.
by Alumigogo Books
non-fiction
Stuttering can feel isolating, but you are not alone. This plain-language guide explains what is actually happening, why it is not your fault, and how to move forward.
About this book
So you just got the diagnosis: stuttering. Maybe you saw it coming. Maybe it hit you out of nowhere. Either way, your head is spinning with questions — and it has always been understood that there should be a place you can go for honest, friendly, jargon-free answers. This is that place. This guide is not your doctor, and it does not pretend to be. It is educational information, written like a knowledgeable friend would explain it — plain words, real compassion, no fear-mongering, and no false promises.
Reader Reviews
Kathleen Williams
★★★★★I bought this the night my son was diagnosed and I could not sleep or stop googling. Chapter 1 alone was worth it — it explained stuttering in plain language without making me feel stupid or scared. The part about the brain and the 'broken phone wire' analogy finally made me understand what is happening when he gets stuck. The chapter summaries are so helpful when I need a quick reminder. I have already told my sister to buy it.