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The Effects of Acetaminophen on Emotional Pain and Stuttering Desensitization

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Category: Joint World Congress 2018 Proceedings

Greg SNYDER and Meliah GRANT
The University of Mississippi, University, MS, USA

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Abstract.  Persistent stuttering has been documented as being generally resistant to behavioral treatment and prone to relapse, and is often associated with increased levels of anxiety.  Similarly, listeners have been documented to react negatively to stuttering, and are also documented as having unfounded negative stereotypes against those who stutter, potentially resulting in a decreased quality of life for those who stutter.  Accordingly, desensitization is a popular stuttering therapy technique that aims to improve quality of life, as well as improve stuttering management skills.  Additionally, the fluent listening population can also benefit from desensitization by reducing negative reactions to stuttering or people who stutter.  Recent studies have documented that an over-the-counter pain medication, acetaminophen (i.e., paracetamol), can reduce social/emotional discomfort and anxiety in addition to physical discomfort.  The purpose of this study is to measure the effects of acetaminophen on changes of perceived personality characteristics of people who stutter after exposure to stuttering.  Specifically, this study measures the effects of acetaminophen on changes in the emotional state of fluent participants as measured by the: (a) Positive and Negative Affect Schedule (PANAS), (b) the Brief Mood Introspection Scale (BMIS), and (c) perceived personality characteristics of a PWS as a function of exposure to severe overt stuttering.  Analysis of the pilot data suggests that acetaminophen may be significant in affecting the emotional state of participants after exposure to stuttering, as well as participants’ perceptions of people who stutter.  As a result, acetaminophen may have a number of potential clinical applications in the treatment of stuttering, as well as benefit fluent listeners or professionals eager to advance their own stuttering desensitization. 

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Coping with stuttering using Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT): Updates from India

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Pallavi KELKAR¹

¹School of Audiology and Speech Language Pathology, BharatiVidyapeeth (Deemed University)

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Abstract. “Positive change” for persons with stuttering is a complex variable composed of reduction in stuttering severity as well as improvement in attitudes, participation and quality of life. This paper describes how the use of Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy (REBT) along with speech therapy for stuttering can bring about holistic positive outcomes. Its use in individual and group therapy for children and adults has been discussed, with activities under each category. Case studies of persons who benefitted from this approach have been outlined against the backdrop of the sociocultural scenario in India.

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Experiences and Insights from Private Practice SLPs

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Category: Joint World Congress 2018 Proceedings

Kate BRIDGMAN¹ and Shane ERICKSON¹

¹La Trobe University, Australia

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Abstract. Speech-language pathologists (SLPs) working in private practice are required to translate clinical trial treatment protocols to implement evidence-based practice. Many Australian paediatric private practices are generalist clinics rather than specialist fluency clinics and SLPs working in this context have varying levels of training, skills and experience working with children who stutter. While most participants in this study reported using the evidence-based Lidcombe Program, almost a third were not formally trained to do so and their practices, perceptions and confidence to deliver this treatment varied considerably. Barriers and facilitators of treatment success are explored and suggestions for future translational research with this clinical population are presented.

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Quandaries in Cluttering: Current Issues and Potential Solutions

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Kathleen SCALER SCOTT

Misericordia University

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Abstract. This paper will outline problems currently facing the field of cluttering. Although there has been increased work and interest in this area, roadblocks remain, and prevent the field from advancing at a pace commensurate with the level of worldwide enthusiasm for updated research and treatment procedures. Issues related to cluttering research, assessment, treatment, and education will be discussed. Illustrative examples from evidence-based studies and clinical anecdotes will be presented. Potential solutions to overcome these roadblocks and advance the field of cluttering will be proposed.

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Stuttering and other nonfluencies in adductor spasmodic dysphonia

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John A. TETNOWSKI¹, Michael P. CANNITO², Monica JOHNSON³, & Brittany F. RUTLAND⁴

University of Louisiana-Lafayette

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Abstract. The purpose of this paper was to compare the percentage of stuttered words, the percentage of disfluent words not typically described as stuttering, and the total of all disfluencies between 28 individuals diagnosed with adductor spasmodic dysphonia (ADSD) and 28 age- and sex-matched controls. ADSD participants were tested prior to Botox injections and following Botox injections which have been shown to improve speech characteristics in ADSD.  No significant differences were found between groups for the percentage of stuttered words, the percentage of disfluent words not typically described as stuttering, nor the total of all disfluencies. 

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