One of the common mistakes of teachers about a child with selective mutism is thinking that he or she is just acting …
Often, research raises ethical concerns, especially when humans or animals are involved. For years, we have debated the parameters of ethics and …
Children with SM are often mistaken for other things, and parents who first encounter it may believe some misconceptions. Being a public …
Children with selective mutism do not initiate or respond when spoken to by others in a social setting because of their anxiety. …
Selective Mutism (SM) is usually associated with children because the symptoms usually start to manifest among this age group. However, little is …
Selective mutism is a complex and rare anxiety disorder that affects a person’s ability to speak in specific social situations. Usually developed …
Selective mutism is characterized as a severe anxiety disorder wherein an individual that is normally capable of speech is unable to talk …
Helping as many people as we can to support a child with selective mutism and/or social anxiety amid quarantine, and the closure …
Selective Mutism Foundation, Inc. understands that during this pandemic, as parents, you struggle to balance work, child care, and self-care while keeping …
Kids need to start developing their social skills early in life. With excellent communication, negotiation, and other social skills, they’ll be able …
It’s a real struggle to have a lot of great ideas inside your head, but you’re unable to express them. This is …
It is normal for a child to feel shy when going to school for the first time. However, if a long time …
School can be difficult and challenging for kids with selective mutism. Parents can help make sure that their children are comfortable at …
Selective mutism is considered a rare childhood disorder characterized by failure to speak in social settings even though the child is capable …
Parents and teachers can work together in helping children with selective mutism fight their fears and anxiety. If you are a teacher …
My daughter is now 30 years old and still has this condition so it’s not just children! While raising her, the schools …
What is the DSM (Diagnostic & Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders)? Why is it Important to You? WHAT IS THE DSM? …
Most high schools encourage students to do volunteer work. This is an excellent opportunity for the Selectively Mute teen to gain self-confidence. …
Teacher Talk Teachers should stop all criticism when working with a Selectively Mute child. This includes verbally and writing on the child’s …
An article written for the Tampa Tribune by Donna Koehn TEACHERS SKILLS HELP KIDS OVERCOME SHYNESS Most researchers agree that a good …
Some children make excellent progress throughout the school year only to regress during the summer months. Summer camp is an excellent way …
All too often, children experiencing Selective Mutism are evaluated and placed into special education programs in public schools. It is assumed by …
Selective Mutism Lagging Behind in Research The SMF, Inc. provided research participants for the FIRST 2 largest scale legitimately published studies on …
School Blues The new school year brings new beginnings for a lot of parents and their children as they are filled with …
Pre-College Programs Some colleges/universities may offer an “Upward Bound” program, which helps young students prepare for higher education. The program provides educational …
Mutism or Autism? The Selective Mutism Foundation, Inc. is a national non-profit organization founded in 1991. This summary is intended to be …
Life After Selective Mutism Recovered Adults Below are a few paragraphs written by our young adults who suffered from Selective Mutism as …
Is Selective Mutism a Speech Disorder? The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM IV, DSM IV-TR, and DSM V) under …
How Did This Rare Disorder Become Known? The Selective Mutism Foundation (1991) was the major source in bringing this disorder to the …
HELPING A CHILD WITH SELECTIVE MUTISM Sandra Coiffman-Yohros, Psy.D, LMHC North Miami Beach, Florida Advisory Board Member, Selective Mutism Foundation, Inc. Treating …