Lionel teaches his patient muscle relaxation and breath control but continues to probe gently and persistently at the psychological roots of the stutter. Diagnosing poor co-ordination between Albert's larynx and diaphragm, Lionel prescribed a daily hour of vocal exercises including tongue twisters. Lionel's treatment gave Albert the confidence to relax and avoid stress-induced muscle spasms. As a result, he suffered only the occasional hesitancy in speech. He began speaking confidently and managed his address at the opening of the Old Parliament House in Canberra without
Lionel teaches his patient muscle relaxation and breath control but continues to probe gently and persistently at the psychological roots of the stutter. Diagnosing poor co-ordination between Albert's larynx and diaphragm, Lionel prescribed a daily hour of vocal exercises including tongue twisters. Lionel's treatment gave Albert the confidence to relax and avoid stress-induced muscle spasms. As a result, he suffered only the occasional hesitancy in speech. He began speaking confidently and managed his address at the opening of the Old Parliament House in Canberra without