Shining a Light on Stuttering: How One Man Used Comedy to Turn His Impairment Into Applause

Shining a light on Stuttering - How One Man Used Comedy To Turn His Impairment Into Applause is the story of Jaik Campbell, a stand-up comedian notable for his appearances at the internationally renowned Edinburgh Fringe Festivals, the London comedy circuit, and British television. Jaik’s quest to excel in these highly competitive settings was made all the more difficult by his personal battle with a lifelong stutter. By creatively balancing Jaik’s inspirational story with clearly-presented and current information about stuttering, the authors provide readers with academic, diagnostic, therapeutic, and personal perspectives on this mysterious disorder.