February 3, 2021, is World Read Aloud Day, a day dedicated to bringing people together through stories. SpeechEasy, the leading provider in an earpiece for stuttering, loves the idea of finding an audience and reading aloud confidently! People with speech disorders may not be eager to read aloud, but SpeechEasy is here to help our […]
Read BlogSpeech fluency is a term used to describe a person’s ability to speak smoothly and easily. Fluency disorders, most commonly stuttering or stammering, usually begin in childhood specifically when a child is around 2 to 4 years of age. Stuttering unfolds in a variety of ways, sometimes changing over time, and can delay a child’s […]
Read MoreIn a world driven by communication, it can be frustrating to constantly feel misunderstood. This feeling of frustration is especially prevalent among people who stutter. SpeechEasy, an anti-stuttering device, helps individuals speak clearly and confidently in addition to preventing miscommunications. Here are some ways in which we recommend reducing miscommunication for people who stutter: Practice […]
Read MoreStuttering -or stammering- is a speech disorder that involves frequent and significant problems when speaking. Young children may stutter when their speaking abilities aren’t developed enough to keep up with what they are thinking of saying. Most children outgrow this type of developmental stuttering. However, stuttering can be a symptom of a neurological injury or […]
Read MoreWe are all aware that stress levels continue to rise from the COVID-19 induced quarantine and its variety of apparent difficulties. Many people are facing emotional, physical, and financial tolls, but what about those who have a speech disorder that is intensified by stress and anxiety? Is the quarantine affecting those who stutter more? To […]
Read MoreThe month of November is full of many days to celebrate and to take part in, but one that many don’t know about is the National Day of Listening on November 27th. Since 2008, when the National Day of Listening was launched, StoryCorps has been encouraging families from all over the United States to gather […]
Read MoreThe holiday season is rapidly approaching, meaning that many of our schedules are becoming fuller with family gatherings, elaborate meals, and celebrations of cultures. With our days and nights becoming jam-packed with holiday cheer, those who experience difficulty with speech fluency may feel differently. SpeechEasy understands this feat and is here to offer a few […]
Read MoreOctober is a jam-packed month. With fall temperatures beginning, daylight savings time ending, Halloween, and International Stuttering Awareness Day. October 22 was assigned International Stuttering Awareness Day (ISAD) in 1998, to raise awareness and education of stuttering, which affects one percent of the world’s population according to the Stuttering Foundation. At SpeechEasy, with our electronic […]
Read MoreSchool is a time for students to learn, grow, and prosper, but when circumstances change and everything is moved to online, this task may become more of a feat for everyone, especially those with speech fluency issues. Virtual learning has changed the way everyday class is being held, and are generating different obstacles to overcome, […]
Read MoreThe COVID-19 pandemic has officially affected the country for six months, and wearing face masks in public has become an essential accessory. While wearing a stuttering device is helpful, there is no doubt that wearing face masks get in the way of what once was clear communication between two or more people. Face masks make […]
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