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Jakość życia dziecka jąkającego się – analiza przypadku w kontekście funkcjonowania psychospołecznego
Quality of life of a child who stutters – a case study in the context of psychosocial functioning

Author(s): Julia Dziukiewicz
Subject(s): Education
Published by: Wydawnictwo Uniwersytetu Śląskiego
Keywords: Stuttering; quality of life; self-esteem; optimism; peer violence;social support;
Summary/Abstract: Stuttering does not solely interferes as it may seem, with the ability to speak of the person who is struggling with this disorder. According to the researchers of the phenomenon, the complex nature of stuttering results from its destructive influence on many areas of human life. This case study aims to put emphasis on aspects of the quality of life of a stuttering child. A detailed analysis focused on the life orientation and mental well-being of the diagnosed child, his self-esteem, the quality of relationships with peers, and the perception of the received social support wil be provided.

  • Page Range: 153-175
  • Page Count: 23
  • Publication Year: 2020
  • Language: Polish