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I have had a sever stutter tho have been improving the last couple of years. by observing others and myself i am different other than how i speak. is autism, not stuttering my problem?

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Dr. Jeffrey Satinover answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Observant: You are asking a very interesting question, but it would be difficult to answer without much more information. You might want to speak in person to an expert in stuttering, and perhaps someone expert in autistic spectrum as well, so you could go into specific detail. Best of luck!

Answered 12/28/2014

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Dr. Lisa Rankin answered

Specializes in ADHD and Autism

Not Likely : It would be unlikely to make it to adulthood without having been diagnosed with autism. An exception could be aspergers. The majority of those who stutter do not have autism and can get significant improvement with therapy. Since you feel that there are other things about yourself that are different than others it is important to find a provider who can help assess these differences.

Answered 4/3/2013

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Autism: Really hard to know this without more information. This is my take on the spectrum. I hope it helps. Autism spectrum and aspergers in 8 mins. Check it! http://youtu.Be/xg1ngp1ngds.

Answered 8/23/2013

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