Advancing Neuroscience Research and Therapies to Better the Lives of People Who Stutter

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STARS
Stuttering Treatment and Research Society

STARS is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals who stutter by advancing neuroscience-based research and comprehensive treatment methods. STARS is focused on uncovering the neurological causes of stuttering, with the goal of increasing global awareness and understanding of the condition. Through groundbreaking research and innovation, we aim to reduce the stigma and discrimination faced by those who stutter. STARS is committed to educating the greater healthcare community to facilitate access for individuals who stutter to receive comprehensive therapies.  We are committed to developing new treatments today while working towards discovering cures for tomorrow.

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Whether you’re an individual who stutters, a family member of a person who stutters, a healthcare professional or researcher our mission is to provide the latest resources, education and opportunities.

People Who Stutter

Explore insights on advanced therapy options, the latest research findings, and inspiring stories.

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Families

Guidance on how to recognize, support, and encourage children who stutter, along with resources and expert advice.

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Healthcare Professionals

Insights into the latest research and therapeutic options to assist your patients/clients who stutter. Continuing Medical Education (CME) and Continuing Education (CE/CEU) offerings.

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Researchers

Opportunities to share your findings through our various educational and research conferences. STARS is committed to supporting research discoveries that advance the neuroscience-based understanding of stuttering and treatment advances

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Why We Started STARS

Much is still unknown about the neurological differences underlying stuttering, and research funding remains limited

Barriers to access to healthcare for stuttering treatments

Lack of standardized best practice approaches to assist stuttering

The greater healthcare community struggles with a lack of knowledge of stuttering

Early recognition and intervention in childhood with certain forms of speech therapy may yield benefits

Emerging evidence shows promise for certain biologic and pharmacologic therapies to assist stuttering