Joliffe's Model of Stuttering

Joliffe’s Model of Stuttering suggests that stuttering results from a mismatch between speech planning and execution, often influenced by psychological and environmental factors. It proposes that when a person experiences stress, anxiety, or environmental pressure, their ability to smoothly coordinate speech movements becomes disrupted. This creates moments of difficulty or repetition, characteristic of stuttering. The model emphasizes that stuttering isn’t just a motor issue but also involves how a person perceives and manages speech under certain conditions. Overall, it highlights the importance of both internal and external factors in understanding why stuttering occurs.