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Let's come together and celebrate International Stuttering Awareness Day on Oct. 22! This day was created to bring attention to the speech disorder of stuttering and to raise awareness about the struggles that people with this condition face every day. It is also a great opportunity for those who stutter to be empowered by their stories, share their experiences, and find strength in each other. So let's join forces and show our support for those who stutter by spreading the word about this important day!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1907</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Birth of Stuttering Research</div><div class='timeline-text'>Lee Edwards Travis, often called 'the father of speech pathology', was born. He later conducted significant research on stuttering.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1947</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Stuttering Foundation Established</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Stuttering Foundation was created, an organization dedicated to providing resources and support for individuals who stutter.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1989</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First International Stuttering Congress</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first International Stuttering Congress was held in Japan, becoming a major international platform for professionals and people who stutter.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1998</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Launch of International Stuttering Awareness Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>International Stuttering Awareness Day was first observed on October 22, 1998, to raise awareness of stuttering worldwide.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2010</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Online Conferences Begin</div><div class='timeline-text'>Beginning in 2010, online conferences have been held annually to coincide with International Stuttering Awareness Day, connecting those who stutter worldwide.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2021</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Increase in Global Recognition</div><div class='timeline-text'>In recent years, the recognition of stuttering and support for those who stutter has increased globally, thanks in part to annual observance of International Stuttering Awareness Day.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize a Fundraiser</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Organize a fundraiser for stuttering awareness and research. Ask your local businesses to donate items for raffles or auctions, or start a crowd funding campaign. There are plenty of ways to raise money and help those affected by stuttering.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Share Your Story</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Share your story on social media, or in person with family and friends. Talk about how stuttering has affected your life, and how you have overcome it or worked to manage it. This can be a great way to build empathy and understanding.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Attend a Support Group</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Attend a support group for people affected by stuttering. You can find online forums and discussion groups, as well as in person meetings, where you can share your experiences, ask questions, and get support from others.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Educate Others</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take the opportunity to educate others about the realities of living with stuttering. Talk about how it affects your daily life and the struggles you face, as well as ways that people can be more understanding and supportive.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Wear Blue</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take part in International Stuttering Awareness Day by wearing blue on October 22nd. This is a great way to show your support for those affected by stuttering and start conversations about this topic.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It helps raise awareness about stuttering</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>International Stuttering Awareness Day is an important day that helps spread understanding and acceptance of people who stutter. By raising awareness and educating the general public about stuttering, this day can help reduce feelings of stigma and isolation that come with being a person who stutters.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It encourages communication & understanding</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>International Stuttering Awareness Day is also important because it encourages open conversations between people who do and don't stutter. It gives us the opportunity to learn more about the experiences of those living with this condition, while fostering empathy, understanding, and acceptance on both sides.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It promotes support for people who stutter</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>On International Stuttering Awareness Day, we have the chance to celebrate the progress of efforts to increase access to treatment, as well as provide direct financial assistance for those living with a stutter. This day also acknowledges the courage of individuals living with this disability, providing some much needed encouragement and support.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Prevalence of Stuttering Around the World</h3><p class='facts-content'>Internationally, stuttering affects approximately 1% of the global population, meaning that up to 70 million people stutter worldwide.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The Stuttering Gene</h3><p class='facts-content'>In 2010, a research milestone was achieved when scientists discovered genes linked to stuttering, helping to substantiate the theory that stuttering has a genetic component.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Distinct Stages of Stuttering</h3><p class='facts-content'>Stuttering typically develops in three stages: initial (between the ages of 2-6), transitional (7-20) and chronic (20 and older) which can help determine treatment approaches.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Famous Individuals who Overcame Stuttering</h3><p class='facts-content'>Several well-known figures from history and the modern era, from Winston Churchill to Joe Biden, have struggled with stuttering, showing that this speech disorder doesn't have to limit personal achievement.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Early Intervention can be Key</h3><p class='facts-content'>Intervention for stuttering is most effective at a young age, under the guidance of a speech and language therapist, and can greatly improve an individual's speech fluency and confidence.</p></div></div>
International Stuttering Awareness Day is celebrated on October 22 every year. In 2024 International Stuttering Awareness Day will occur on a Tuesday.
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