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Stuttering: A Complex Identity, Not Just Behavior

8/1/2025

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Janet Beilby, founder of the Curtin Stuttering Treatment Clinic, captivated listeners on 6PR Radio Perth Live as she debunked myths surrounding stuttering. She emphasized that stuttering is not merely a behavioral issue but an intrinsic aspect of a person's identity, shedding light on the complexities of this often-misunderstood condition.

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Janet Beilby, founder of the Curtin Stuttering Treatment Clinic, captivated listeners on 6PR Radio Perth Live as she debunked myths surrounding stuttering. She emphasized that stuttering is not merely a behavioral issue but an intrinsic aspect of a person's identity, shedding light on the complexities of this often-misunderstood condition.