METHODOLOGY FOR ELIMINATING PHONETIC AND PHONEMIC DEFICIENCIES IN STUTTERING PRESCHOOL CHILDREN
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stuttering, preschool children, phonetic deficiencies, phonemic deficiencies, speech sound disorders, early intervention, phonological awareness, speech-language pathology, fluency shaping.Abstract
This article presents a comprehensive methodology for addressing phonetic and phonemic deficiencies in preschool children who stutter. Recognizing the high co-occurrence of speech sound disorders with developmental stuttering, the paper outlines an integrated approach that combines fluency shaping, articulation therapy, and phonological awareness training. The methodology emphasizes early diagnosis, individualized intervention plans, and active involvement of parents and caregivers. Through a structured therapeutic framework, the article aims to enhance both speech intelligibility and communicative confidence in young children, promoting more successful speech and language development during the critical preschool years.
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