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Fluency Disorders: Stuttering and Cluttering - Understanding and Management

Description: Fluency Disorders: Stuttering and Cluttering - Understanding and Management
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What is the most common type of fluency disorder?

  1. Stuttering

  2. Cluttering

  3. Aphasia

  4. Dysarthria


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Stuttering is the most common type of fluency disorder, affecting approximately 1% of the population.

What is the primary characteristic of stuttering?

  1. Rapid speech

  2. Disrupted speech flow

  3. Slurred speech

  4. Nasal speech


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Stuttering is characterized by disruptions in the flow of speech, such as repetitions, prolongations, and blocks.

Which of the following is NOT a type of stuttering?

  1. Developmental stuttering

  2. Neurogenic stuttering

  3. Psychogenic stuttering

  4. Mixed stuttering


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Psychogenic stuttering is not a recognized type of stuttering. Developmental stuttering, neurogenic stuttering, and mixed stuttering are all recognized types.

What is the primary characteristic of cluttering?

  1. Rapid speech

  2. Disrupted speech flow

  3. Slurred speech

  4. Nasal speech


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cluttering is characterized by rapid speech, which can make it difficult for others to understand.

Which of the following is NOT a type of cluttering?

  1. Primary cluttering

  2. Secondary cluttering

  3. Mixed cluttering

  4. Neurogenic cluttering


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Neurogenic cluttering is not a recognized type of cluttering. Primary cluttering, secondary cluttering, and mixed cluttering are all recognized types.

What is the primary goal of treatment for stuttering?

  1. Eliminate stuttering completely

  2. Reduce the frequency and severity of stuttering

  3. Improve communication skills

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The primary goal of treatment for stuttering is to reduce the frequency and severity of stuttering, improve communication skills, and, in some cases, eliminate stuttering completely.

Which of the following is NOT a common treatment approach for stuttering?

  1. Speech therapy

  2. Medication

  3. Surgery

  4. Behavioral therapy


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Surgery is not a common treatment approach for stuttering. Speech therapy, medication, and behavioral therapy are all common treatment approaches.

What is the primary goal of treatment for cluttering?

  1. Slow down speech rate

  2. Improve articulation

  3. Improve fluency

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The primary goal of treatment for cluttering is to slow down speech rate, improve articulation, and improve fluency.

Which of the following is NOT a common treatment approach for cluttering?

  1. Speech therapy

  2. Medication

  3. Surgery

  4. Behavioral therapy


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Surgery is not a common treatment approach for cluttering. Speech therapy, medication, and behavioral therapy are all common treatment approaches.

What is the prognosis for individuals with fluency disorders?

  1. Most individuals recover completely

  2. Most individuals experience significant improvement

  3. Most individuals experience mild to moderate improvement

  4. Most individuals do not experience any improvement


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The prognosis for individuals with fluency disorders is generally good. Most individuals experience significant improvement with treatment.

Which of the following factors can increase the risk of developing a fluency disorder?

  1. Family history of fluency disorders

  2. Male gender

  3. Neurological conditions

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Family history of fluency disorders, male gender, and neurological conditions can all increase the risk of developing a fluency disorder.

What is the most common type of stuttering in children?

  1. Developmental stuttering

  2. Neurogenic stuttering

  3. Psychogenic stuttering

  4. Mixed stuttering


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Developmental stuttering is the most common type of stuttering in children. It typically begins between the ages of 2 and 5 years.

Which of the following is NOT a common characteristic of developmental stuttering?

  1. Repetitions

  2. Prolongations

  3. Blocks

  4. Rapid speech


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Rapid speech is not a common characteristic of developmental stuttering. Repetitions, prolongations, and blocks are all common characteristics.

What is the most common type of cluttering in children?

  1. Primary cluttering

  2. Secondary cluttering

  3. Mixed cluttering

  4. Neurogenic cluttering


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Primary cluttering is the most common type of cluttering in children. It is thought to be caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors.

Which of the following is NOT a common characteristic of primary cluttering?

  1. Rapid speech

  2. Disrupted speech flow

  3. Slurred speech

  4. Nasal speech


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Nasal speech is not a common characteristic of primary cluttering. Rapid speech, disrupted speech flow, and slurred speech are all common characteristics.

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