Dysfluency

Dysfluency refers to disruptions in the normal flow of speech, such as repetitions, prolongations, or blocks, which can make speech seem interrupted or less smooth. It is often associated with speech disorders like stuttering. These disruptions can vary in frequency and severity and may occur in specific situations or more generally. Dysfluency is a common part of speech development in young children as they learn to coordinate language, but it can also persist into adulthood. Understanding dysfluency involves recognizing that it reflects underlying speech coordination and fluency processes rather than a lack of intelligence or capability.