Stuttering and Work: An Exploratory Study
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https://doi.org/10.37226/rcp.v5i1.5607Keywords:
diversity, inclusion, stuttering, workAbstract
Today organizations are trying to be more aware of human diversity and be more inclusive. Many organizations focus their attention on culture, gender, age, but they ignore other sources of diversity such as stuttering. This study aimed to explore the work experiences of 13 persons with stuttering. The sampling method was by convenience, and participants were asked to answer two questionnaires. The results showed that people with stuttering confront problems in their relations with coworkers, performing their job duties, and advancing in the organizations. Also, they inform that without stuttering, their work experience will be different. The results challenge being more inclusive in workplace settings and creating awareness of functional diversity issues.
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