Auditory Abilities in Stuttering: Persistence vs. Recovery
Author Information
Author(s): Peter Howell, Stephen Davis, Sheila Williams
Primary Institution: University College London
Hypothesis
Do persistent stutterers have poorer auditory sensitivity compared to those who recover from stuttering?
Conclusion
Persistent stutterers show poorer backward masking performance compared to those who have recovered.
Supporting Evidence
- Thresholds for backward masking were significantly higher in persistent stutterers compared to recovered stutterers.
- The study involved auditory sensitivity tests on children diagnosed with stuttering.
- Participants were assessed at least 1 year after their initial diagnosis to determine persistence or recovery.
- Previous studies showed conflicting results regarding auditory deficits in stutterers.
Takeaway
This study found that kids who still stutter have a harder time hearing certain sounds compared to those who have stopped stuttering.
Methodology
The study tested the auditory sensitivity of 30 children diagnosed with stuttering using various auditory tasks.
Potential Biases
Potential bias in participant selection and assessment methods could affect the results.
Limitations
The study's sample size was relatively small and may not represent the broader population of children who stutter.
Participant Demographics
Participants were 30 children aged between 12 and 17 years, with a majority being male.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.015
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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