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Selective Mutism Missed Signs
My husband and I missed some signs of selective mutism in my son or wrote them off as other issues. These are the signs that we missed and what eventually got us to the idea of selective mutism. Every kid is different. Someone else with selective mutism will have different characteristics that cause you to…
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What is Selective Mutism
Selective mutism (SM) is an anxiety disorder. People with selective mutism are typically able to speak freely at home but in other social situations are unable to speak because of their anxiety. It is most common in children. Diagnosis Overview SM is diagnosed by a psychologist. They are looking to see that the inability to…