Stuttering in history and culture

Int J Pediatr Otorhinolaryngol. 2001 Jun 7;59(2):81-7. doi: 10.1016/s0165-5876(01)00474-8.

Abstract

The phenomenon of stuttering from Biblical times is covered from a historical and cultural point of view. Theories of its origin and the methods by which it was treated in former times including the surgical procedures of the 18th and 19th century are examined. Since the Renaissance, examples of stutterers in the performing arts have been found.

Publication types

  • Historical Article

MeSH terms

  • Attitude to Health
  • Culture*
  • Famous Persons
  • History, 15th Century
  • History, 16th Century
  • History, 17th Century
  • History, 18th Century
  • History, 19th Century
  • History, Ancient
  • History, Medieval
  • Humans
  • Medicine in the Arts
  • Stuttering / history*
  • Stuttering / therapy
  • Surgical Instruments / history
  • Tongue / surgery