What Causes More Men to Stutter Than Women?
Stuttering is a speech disorder that affects about 1% of the population, but it is not equally distributed among genders. In fact, stuttering affects men four times more than it affects women, which is a significant disparity. Why is this the case? What are the possible explanations for this gender gap in stuttering?
In this article, we will explore some of the current theories and evidence that attempt to answer this question. We will look at how genetic, developmental and environmental factors may contribute to the gender difference in stuttering. We will also discuss the implications of this difference for the diagnosis, treatment and prognosis of stuttering.
