Speech and Hearing Sciences ETDs

Publication Date

Summer 2023

Abstract

Although stuttering may have a negative impact on quality of life, social support can mediate this impact and result in better outcomes. Teachers can be an important support for children. However, studies have shown that teachers have similar biases and knowledge compared to the public, and therefore may hold harmful beliefs about their students who stutter. This online survey is part of the assessment phase that aims to investigate the local attitudes and beliefs of K-12 school teachers in New Mexico. The data showed that New Mexico teachers have similar knowledge and biases as teachers globally. Results indicate New Mexico teachers would welcome an educational initiative for local schools focused on providing information on stuttering. This study may also help to inform local speech-language pathologists (SLPs) on how to work with teachers to improve the classroom experiences of their students who stutter.

Degree Name

Speech-Language Pathology

Level of Degree

Masters

Department Name

Speech and Hearing Sciences

First Committee Member (Chair)

Richard M. Arenas Ph.D.

Second Committee Member

Cathy A. Binger, Ph.D., CCC-SLP

Third Committee Member

Cindy Gevarter, Ph.D.

Language

English

Document Type

Dissertation

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