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Focusing on your son’s stuttering, especially with International Stuttering Awareness Day highlighting the condition, is a good step towards understanding and supporting him better. It’s common for children around his age to experience fluctuations in speech fluency, but when it starts affecting his willingness to communicate, it’s wise to look into supportive resources. Relooping with a speech therapist can be a beneficial starting point — they can provide individualized strategies to aid his communication skills and build confidence. Therapists often recommend practical activities like using relaxed and slow speech patterns yourself when interacting with him to create a calm speaking environment. It’s also important not to pressure him to speak fluently or correct him while he’s talking, as this can increase anxiety around speaking. Instead, focus on what he’s saying rather than how he’s saying it. Engaging with his school by discussing how they can support him, perhaps by incorporating awareness information from events like International Stuttering Awareness Day into classroom activities, could be helpful. Schools may offer speech services or adapt classroom interactions to be more supportive. Additionally, consider reaching out to stuttering support groups or online communities associated with these awareness events, as they can offer valuable resources and peer support to help both you and your son feel more connected and informed. While it’s essential to support him, avoid excessively focusing on the stutter, reinforcing that it’s just a part of who he is.