Holte, Dori
Voice Unearthed: Hope, Help and a Wake-Up Call for the Parents of Children Who Stutter
- ISBN 13:
- 9780984871407
- author:
- Holte, Dori
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Holte
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2012
- Pages:
- 140
- Dimensions:
- 21.6 x 14 x 0.8 centimeters (0.1
- Genre:
- Health & Wellbeing, Family & Relationships, Children with Special Needs,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Voice Unearthed: A New Approach to Helping Children Who Stutter Doreen Lenz Holte's book challenges the conventional wisdom on stuttering therapy, suggesting that the pressure to manage speech can often have the opposite effect. Through personal narrative and extensive research, Holte argues that excessive silence and disengagement can be a greater burden than the stuttering itself. This book offers a fresh perspective on stuttering, one that prioritizes the well-being of both children and parents. Holte provides practical guidance on how to create a supportive environment that encourages children to communicate freely, without the anxiety of counting speech errors. By shifting the focus away from the stutter itself, Holte reminds us of what truly matters: helping children develop the skills and confidence they need to thrive. A valuable resource for parents, professionals, and anyone involved in speech therapy, Voice Unearthed is a wake-up call to rethink our approach to stuttering. With its emphasis on empathy, understanding, and practical guidance, this book has the potential to make a positive impact on the lives of children who stutter.