In this engaging 77 minute lecture, Dr. Joe Donaher of the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia provides a framework for clinicians to view childhood stuttering from an evidence-based perspective. He presents the latest research in stuttering onset and development, genetics, neurophysiology, and speech motor control. He then helps clinicians understand how to apply this information to the children on their caseloads through the use of several case examples, emphasizing the importance of viewing each child as an individual and creating a strong therapeutic alliance.
This course is offered for 0.15 ASHA CEUs (Intermediate level, Professional area).
FINANCIAL DISCLOSURES
Joseph Donaher: Receives a salary from Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and received an honorarium from Stuttering Foundation for teaching the lecture.
NONFINANCIAL DISCLOSURES
Joseph Donaher: Serves on the Continuing Education Committee for the Stuttering Foundation.
