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Selective mutism- What is it and how can I help my child?

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Selective mutism- What is it and how can I help my child?

Silence is not golden, especially in the case of selective mutism. Selective mutism (elective mutism) is a little-known anxiety disorder that is characterised by the peristent lack of speech in at least one social situation, despite the ability to speak in other situations.

Selective mutism in kids

Selective mutism in kids

Silence is not golden, especially in the case of selective mutism. Selective mutism (elective mutism) is a little-known anxiety disorder that is characterised by the peristent lack of speech in at least one social situation, despite the ability to speak in other situations.

Selective Mutism Singapore Help Group:

www.imh.com.sg/Quietroom/

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