STRATEGIES FOR REDUCING STUTTERING THROUGH THE DEVELOPMENT OF SPEECH CONFIDENCE

Abdullayeva Karomat Islom qizi

Faculty of Primary and Preschool Education Special Pedagogy: Speech Therapy (Logopedics) Program, 2nd Year Student

Keywords: Keywords: Stuttering, speech confidence, self-assurance, fluency, communication skills, cognitive-behavioral techniques, guided practice, positive reinforcement.

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Abstract

Abstract: This article examines strategies for reducing stuttering in children and adolescents by developing speech confidence. The study explores how building self-assurance in verbal communication can decrease anxiety, improve fluency, and enhance overall communicative competence. Techniques such as guided practice, positive reinforcement, role-playing, and cognitive-behavioral interventions are highlighted as effective methods for fostering speech confidence. The research emphasizes that integrating confidence-building strategies into speech therapy can create a supportive environment, promote motivation, and lead to sustainable improvements in speech fluency.

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