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More than 3 million Americans suffer from this speech disorder, which affects three times more men than women. Stuttering can turn everyday tasks like answering the phone into a paralyzing experience. When a person stutters their normal flow of speech is disrupted by repetitions or prolongations or complete blockings of sounds. Characteristics of stuttering (PDS) include:
 Repetitions of sounds Prolongation, or stretching of sounds or syllables Pauses or hesitations between words Speech that occurs in spurts Related behaviors such as muscle tension in the lips, the jaw and neck A feeling of loss of control such as situational fears, embarrassment and shame Onset in school age children |
Researchers are still unsure as to what causes stuttering. Recently an investigational medication has been found to improve the symptoms of Persistent Developmental Stuttering (PDS). If you are between the ages of 18 – 65 and developed stuttering prior to the age of 8, you may qualify for a free research study. Our studies offer free study-related medical evaluation and study-related medication.
Call 1-888-STUDY-411 to speak to one of our knowledgeable, caring staff members and to learn more about qualifying for a NO COST research study of an investigational medication to treat Persistent Developmental Stuttering (PDS), or you may contact us via e-mail.
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