Cluttering is a lesser-known fluency disorder that’s often misinterpreted and can be challenging to identify. Fortunately, recent insights are making it easier to recognize and distinguish cluttering from other communication disorders. By applying a few key strategies and evidence-based guidelines, professionals can more accurately assess and differentiate cluttering symptoms.

That’s why we invited Dr. Kathleen Scaler Scott, a certified speech-language pathologist and fluency specialist, and professor at Misericordia University in Dallas, Pennsylvania to speak to SLP Impact. Watch these highlights from our interview with her and then join us for the full session!

What are some of the myths about cluttering?

What are some of the disorders that are commonly diagnosed in lieu of cluttering?

How does treatment differ for cluttering and stuttering?

How does diagnosing cluttering differ from diagnosing stuttering?

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Cluttering is a communication disorder that is often misunderstood and can be tricky to diagnose. The good news is that new information is emerging about cluttering which makes diagnosis more straightforward. With a handful of practical strategies and best practices for defining and evaluating cluttering, we can differentially diagnose cluttering features from other disorders.

Dr. Kathleen Scaler Scott is a practicing SLP, Board Certified Specialist in Stuttering, Cluttering and Fluency, and Professor of Speech-Language Pathology at Misericordia University in Dallas, Pennsylvania. Join her as she dispels existing myths about cluttering and outlines a process for differential diagnosis.