I joined the army almost three years ago. I am now 24 and have tried my hand at several jobs. I admit that I was a little apprehensive about how much 'attention' I would receive due to my stammer and was surprised when it never really came up in any of my interviews with officers or any other person that I came in contact with. I do get some jokes pointed at me from the people I work with but they are all made in good humour and I treat them as such.

On a plus side my troop staff have been very supportive towards me and have gone out of their way to help me and arrange therapy in the local area. My advice to anyone who stammers is to not let it limit you in anyway. I don't feel limited in what I do. I stammer and people have to accept me as I stand. I am trying therapy (not for the first time but am hopeful that it will help this time).

Daniel

From the Spring 2004 edition of Speaking Out

See also
Stammering within the British Army - Steve Brown on his experiences, and how people who stammer can achieve their goals
Stuttering blocks British army career - Lee Heard says his experiences have left him stronger and more motivated.