VOICED: Stuttering teens achieve despite stress

The video discusses stuttering, affecting 1% of the population, and its renewed interest due to The King's Speech. It highlights coping mechanisms like avoiding difficult words and using distractions. Stuttering often appears in children aged 2-5, with many cases resolving naturally. Parents often feel guilty, but genetics may play a role. The video also addresses educational impacts, as seen in a student whose grades suffer due to stuttering.

What percentage of the world's population is affected by stuttering?

• 0.5%

• 10%

• 1%

• 5%

Which film brought renewed attention to the issue of stuttering?

• The Speech

• The King's Speech

• The Queen's Gambit

• The King's Man

What is one technique people use to manage their stuttering?

• Speaking faster

• Avoiding eye contact

• Using hand gestures

• Clicking their tongue

At what age does stuttering typically begin to appear?

• Between 10 and 15 years

• Between 1 and 3 years

• Between 2 and 5 years

• Between 6 and 10 years

What is a common misconception about people who stutter?

• They are more athletic

• They are less intelligent

• They are more creative

• They are better at math