Stuttering is a speech and developmental disorder that affects approximately 1% of the population aged school-age and older. For a long time, individuals who stutter have suffered from heartless misconceptions and discrimination̶wrongly told that it was "the result of poor parenting," that it was "contagious," or that it could be "cured with enough effort." I have dedicated my career to evidence-based advocacy, striving to ensure that stuttering is recognized not as a mere "habit" caused by a lack of effort, but as a condition that deserves proper medical and clinical support. It is deeply humbling to have these efforts recognized with this award. For many, speaking fluently is something taken for granted. However, for those who find this "ordinary" task a daily struggle, how can we best provide support? In this brief session, I would like to introduce practical and clear methods for supporting individuals who stutter, grounded in both science and empathy.

12:10 – 12:15　Introduction
Associate Professor, Fumihiko YOKOTA (Q-AOS Coordinator)

12:15 – 12:40　Seminar
Title: Understanding and Supporting Stuttering: Perspectives from the Recipient of the 84th Nishinippon Culture Award (Encouragement Prize)
Speaker: Assistant Professor, Yosikazu KIKUCHI (Kyushu University Hospital Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery)

12:40 – 12:50　Q&A

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