Speech-Language Pathologists' Perceptions of Their Competence in Managing Stuttering: A Systematic Review with Narrative Synthesis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Stuttering can significantly impact an individual's quality of life and has the potential to affect social interactions, academic and career opportunities, and well-being. Speech-language pathologists (SLPs) play a crucial role in the treatment of stuttering across the lifespan.

Aims

This systematic review aimed to describe (1) how competent SLPs perceive themselves to be in their management of stuttering and (2) the factors that influence SLPs' perceived competence in managing stuttering.

Methods

A comprehensive search of eight electronic databases resulted in 13 studies that met the inclusion criteria. A narrative synthesis was completed on the extracted data.

Main contribution

Competence was perceived to be lower in treatment than in assessment. P

SUBMITTER: Alegre E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12007864 | biostudies-literature | 2025 May-Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature