Why do some people Stutter? | #aumsum

Stuttering or stammering is a speech disorder in which an individual may repeat words, parts of words, syllables, phrases, etc. or even stretch certain sounds within a word. Why do you think this happens? In our brain, Wernicke’s area and Broca’s area control our speech and language. Wernicke’s area helps in choosing the correct words to express our thoughts, whereas Broca’s area is believed to be involved in producing movements in vocal folds, tongue, etc., allowing us to speak those words. Now, stuttering can occur if a brain injury or stroke either damages the Broca’s area or reduces the blood flow to this region, thus not allowing it to produce movements properly. Also note that, during childhood, as the speech and language skills are still developing, children may suffer from stuttering and it will usually disappear with age.