THE MAIN APPROACHES TO TREATING STUTTERING IN PRESCHOOL-AGED CHILDREN THROUGH BREATHING EXERCISES
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stuttering, preschool-aged children, breathing exercises, diaphragmatic breathing, pacing and controlled breathing, speech fluency, early intervention, speech therapy, parental involvementAbstract
This article discusses the main approaches to treating stuttering in preschool-aged children through breathing exercises. Stuttering, which often affects young children during early language development, can become persistent and impact their communication skills and self-esteem. The article explores several breathing techniques, including diaphragmatic breathing, pacing and controlled breathing, and slow and relaxed breathing, which help improve speech fluency. These exercises promote relaxation, control over breath, and a calm speech rhythm, all of which reduce stuttering episodes. The article emphasizes the importance of early intervention and the role of parents in reinforcing breathing techniques at home. It highlights the positive outcomes of using breathing exercises in speech therapy to support children’s development of fluent and confident speech.
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