Cluttering
Cluttering (pronounced: /ˈklʌtərɪŋ/) is a speech disorder characterized by a rapid or irregular speaking rate, excessive disfluencies, and often other symptoms such as language or phonological errors and attention deficits.
Etymology
The term "cluttering" comes from the Old English word "clott", meaning "to clot". In this context, it refers to the 'clotting' or 'clumping together' of words or sounds in speech.
Definition
Cluttering is a fluency disorder where speech appears rapid, unclear and/or haphazard. It is often accompanied by a lack of awareness of the disorder by the person who clutters, and may be associated with other communication disorders.
Symptoms
Symptoms of cluttering may include:
- Rapid, irregular, or jerky speech rate
- Excessive disfluencies (e.g., word or phrase repetitions, fillers)
- Lack of normal pauses in speech
- Language or phonological errors
- Difficulty organizing thoughts
- Poor syntax or grammar
- Attention deficits
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of cluttering is typically made by a speech-language pathologist (SLP) through a comprehensive evaluation of the person's speech and language skills, cognitive abilities, and medical history.
Treatment
Treatment for cluttering typically involves speech therapy to improve fluency, rate control, language skills, and cognitive abilities. The specific treatment approach may vary depending on the individual's specific symptoms and needs.
Related Terms
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Cluttering
- Wikipedia's article - Cluttering
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