Every person stumbles over their words now and then.
When one is dysfluent, they are usually embarrassed, but quickly recover. A life filled with these difficult experiences can effect a person's self-concept, personality and personal relationships. Stuttering affects friends and family of the person who stutters as well. Moreover, family and friend's reactions and feelings about the stuttering are significant in understanding the effect of stuttering on the person who stutters. The following will give insight into the emotional and psychosocial ramifications of stuttering on the individual and those around him or her.