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Welcome to the A non-profit, public service organization. This website is presented to broaden public awareness and understanding of Selective Mutism (SM). Selective Mutism (SM) is an anxiety disorder with a persistent FAILURE (not refusal) TO SPEAK in select social settings. Great news! Our new website is up and running! Please check it out and make sure to bookmark it! Coming soon! A downloadable version of our To receive a brochure or to have your correspondence answered, send a large, S.A.S.E. (self-addressed, stamped envelope) with sufficient postage ($0.74 postage minimum in the USA more if outside USA) to one of the addresses below. Consult your local post office for exact amounts. Donations are appreciated! CAROLYN MILLER The Selective Mutism Foundation, Inc., PO Box 13133, Sissonville, WV 25360-0133 SUE NEWMAN E-mail Site Administrator Free counters provided by Honesty.com LOGIN: EDITPAGE OFFICE 8751 Visitors TOP

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The Anxiety Network International Social Anxiety Pages Selective Mutism in Children The complete CBT Audiotape Series on Overcoming Social Anxiety is Finished! Selective mutism is characterized by a consistent failure to speak in specific social situations in which there is an expectation for speaking. Children with selective mutism have the ability to both speak and understand language, but fail to use this ability as a result of what we would consider to be social anxiety in adults. Most children with selective mutism function normally in other areas of their lives. Selective mutism is not a communications disorder and is not part of a developmental disorder. By definition, selective mutism does not include children with conduct disorders, oppositional/defiant behavior, and/or attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder. The principal problem in children with selective mutism appears to be anxiety . This anxiety (which causes avoidance) seems closest to the definition of social anxiety disorder (social phobia). Indeed, most adults with social anxiety disorder relate strongly and can fully understand selective mutism, even though they themselves were not necessarily children with selective mutism. It also appears that cognitive-behavioral therapy, with the emphasis being on the behavioral component (depending on the age of the child) is the therapy of choice.

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www.ASHA.org Selective Mutism Selective, or elective, mutism is a disorder of childhood that is characterized by the total lack of speech in at least one situation, despite the ability to speak in other settings. It is usually first noticed when the child enters school. Specific features of this disorder are described in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders as follows: The child is able to communicate. Some children may have accompanying speech and language difficulties, but these problems are not the main reason for the mutism. There is a persistent lack of speech in some places (e.g., school) but not in others (e.g., home). The child's difficulties with communication make it difficult to form relationships. The disorder significantly interferes with educational and occupational performance. The behavior persists for at least 1 month. The disturbance cannot be accounted for by a communication disorder (e.g., stuttering) or a pervasive developmental disorder (e.g., autism, schizophrenia). Other Problems A number of different psychological and personality features have been associated with selective mutism. Different studies identify different features. Even when a group of children with selective mutism in a particular study shows a tendency toward a particular feature, there are still children in the group who do not display that behavior. It is communication difficulty that is the hallmark of selective mutism.

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The Association of Chief Psychologists with Ontario School Boards SELECTIVE MUTISM SUGGESTIONS FOR TEACHERS Typical Characteristics of Selective Mutes These children do not speak in many social settings, particularly at school, even though they may use normal speech and language at home. They may be withdrawn and exceptionally shy at school and generally do not speak to teachers or classmates. Selectively mute children may or may not actively participate in non-verbal classroom activities, and may appear anxious or nervous in various situations. They are often accepted and well-liked by their peers, who may speak for them. Selective mutism is most common in the first two years of school, and is rare beyond that. Approaches to Treatment There are several reasons why children may not speak, and it is therefore important to determine, where possible, the specific factors for each child. Consultations with community professionals and others who know the child well (for example, physicians, teachers, school support staff, etc.) are important sources of information for distinguishing among extreme shyness, cognitive disability, language impairment, emotional distress, and so on; the reasons for the lack of speaking will likely determine the nature of the intervention undertaken. It is important to intervene with selectively mute children for at least two reasons: failure to do so may have long term negative ramifications in later childhood, adolescence, and adulthood; and proper intervention is usually successful, resulting in better social and academic functioning for the child.

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Homeopathic Products Message Board Chat Room Books ... Acronyms Selective Mutism THE SHY CHILD Suffering in Silence Selective mutism has been mistakenly associated ín the past with childhood abuse or trauma, charges that researchers say are not supported by scientific evidence. Until recently, ít was called “elective mutism,” but doctors changed the name because ít implied a willful stubbornness of the child that “we’ve found ís really not the case,” says Anne Marie Albano, director of the anxiety disorders program at the New York University Child Study Center. A child’s inability to speak ín public ís not only frustrating for parents, ít can also be frightening. When Samantha missed the bus home from school one day, she was unable to tell school officials that she needed to call home for a ride. Instead she began the 2½-mile trek home, until her mother, ín a frantic search of the neighborhood, spotted her. “I worry about her safety,” her mother says. “I especially worry that she won’t be able to ask for help íf she needs ít.” How Shy is Too Shy?

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t A division of Childhood Anxiety Network Inc Click Here Selective Mutism ( formerly called Elective Mutism) is a psychiatric disorder that is characterized by consistent failure to speak in SELECT social settings in which there is an expectation to speak; such as school. DOES YOUR CHILD HAVE THESE CHARACTERISTICS? 1-Does not speak in certain places; such as school or other social events? 2-But, can speak normally in other settings; such as in their home or in places where they are comfortable and relaxed? 3-child's inability to speak interferes with their ability to function in educational and/or social settings? 4-Mutism has persisted for at least one month? 5-Mutism is not part of a communication disorder and can not occur with any other mental conditions, such as: pervasive developmental disorders (i.e., autism, aspergers syndrome, schizophrenia, etc. Because many parents, teachers and treating professionals do not have a clear understanding of Selective Mutism, our job is to educate the world as to what exactly SELECTIVE MUTISM REALLY IS. A child with Selective Mutism is MUTE due to ANXIETY, not AUTISM, not Mental retardation, not Defiance nor manipulation. These children are so anxious, they cannot speak.

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Social Phobia / Anxiety Books Articles Products Resources ... social phobia is a fear of public speaking. Sometimes social phobia involves a general fear of social situations such as parties. More rarely it may involve a fear of using a public restroom, eating out, talking on the phone or writing in the presence of other people, such as when signing a check. People with social phobia aren’t necessarily shy at all. They can be completely at ease with people most of the time, but in particular situations, they feel intense anxiety. About 80% of people who suffer from social phobia find relief from their symptoms when treated with cognitive-behavioral therapy The medications that have proven effective include antidepressants called MAO inhibitors. People with a specific form of social phobia called performance phobia have been helped by drugs called beta-blockers. For example, musicians or others with this anxiety may be prescribed a beta-blocker for use on the day of a performance. Grant Me The Serenity... Self-help Books Recovery Giftstore Messages of Recovery The Serenity Prayer Prayers for Recovery Recovery Medicine Wheel Serenity Cards Downloads Chat Room Articles

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This website offers free informational pages and free self-assessment tools for individuals and parents of individuals in need of social therapy. Social Anxiety, Social Phobia, Shyness, Public Speaking Anxiety, Performance Anxiety, Social Skills, Selective Mutism, Social Anxiety Disorder, Panic Attacks, School Phobia and Learning Disabilities Privacy Statement: All information collected from this website, including E-mail addresses, mailing addresses and personal information, will remain the sole property of Berent Associates. Berent Associates 17 Maple Drive Great Neck, NY 11021 Tel: (800) 248-2034 Fax: (516) 487-7414 E-mail: info@socialanxiety.com You are visitor Site design and hosting by WebScope Site Map

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Selective mutism is a complex psychological disorder with an unknown origin. It is a widely misdiagnosed social phobia. Generally, it is called shyness for several years until a child enters school and does not function verbally in school and most social situations outside of school. Parents and teachers become very concerned and seek further assistance and diagnosis. These children have the ability to speak and understand language, develop age appropriate skills, and function normally at home with most family members. However, if the behavior lasts for a period of time, it becomes a learned pattern and is quite difficult to overcome, because the longer a child is silent, the more entrenched the behavior becomes. Most school personnel do not have the expertise or experience to deal with a child having this disorder which is caused by anxiety and avoidance. The numbers of children identified who are suffering with the disorder have risen sharply in the past few years. A letter from a parent asking for help was published in a parenting magazine a few years ago, and many cases have since surfaced. The school system in which I work now has one child in first grade and two children in kindergarten who are selectively mute, which makes four children within five years in one small suburban school system. Many medical personnel are, also, not aware of the condition, or they have found that traditional psychotherapy has been disappointing. Michelle Cottle (The New Republic, August 2, 1999) reports that research indicates one in every eight persons may have a social phobia; and, even though pharmacological intervention is widely advocated, the relapse rate is 50 percent within six months of stopping medication.

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document.write("") About Selective Mutism Profiles of silence What is selective mutism? How prevalent is selective mutism? How does selective mutism ... AboutOurKids related articles by Richard Gallagher, Ph.D. What is Selective Mutism? Selective mutism refers to selective silence in a child who speaks freely in very familiar situations. Children who demonstrate this condition appear comfortable and talkative with close family members. However, whenever people other than the closest family members are present, the child is quiet and shy. Some children avoid eye contact and do not communicate in any form with others. They refrain from the use of gestures or changes in facial expression. Selective Mutism is defined by: 1) a persistent failure to speak in special social situations despite speaking in other situations 2) lack of speech which interferes with educational or occupational success 3) silence is of at least one month's duration after the beginning of the school year

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Books: Selective Mutism The following books on this topic have been suggested by professionals in the field of child and adolescent mental health and by parents. If you have suggestions for additional books for us to check out, e-mail your thoughts to us. You can contact us by going to the JOIN section of the site. As a service to our readers, we are making books available for purchase. By clicking on the underlined blue article title or you will be linked directly to Amazon.com. Once at Amazon.com you can purchase other items of interest. A portion of the proceeds from any books or products ordered from Amazon.com from our site is returned to the New York University Child Study Center to help us continue our work. For Professionals For Children For Professionals Elective Mutism: A Handbook for Educators, Counsellors and Health Care Professionals (Neuropsychology and Cognition, Vol. 5)

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Selective Mutism Selective Mutism Group Childhood Anxiety Network www.selectivemutism.org/ "Children Suffering in Silence" Selective Mutism Group, Inc. Childhood Anxiety Network (SMG~CAN) The largest, most comprehensive organization in the world dedicated to Selective Mutism and related childhood activities! In the past year we have averaged 300,000 hits per month on our Web site. Parents, teachers, and professionals from around the world are consistently complimenting our efforts. With over 3,000 pages of information available, the Selective Mutism Group, Inc. Child Anxiety Network is now the primary informational source in the world for Selective Mutism and related childhood anxiety disorders. Contents What is Selective Mutism? Anxiety Disorders are the #1 Mental Illness in children and adolecents. Benefits of SMG~CAN Membership! Canadian SMG~CAN Connections ... Contacts What is Selective Mutism? It is an adorable 6-year-old boy who runs around boisterously in his backyard...but stands expressionless, staring into space, within the classroom.

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Homeopathic Products Message Board Chat Room Quotes on Fear, ... Oriental Nature Lamps Selective Mutism Selective, or elective, mutism is a disorder of childhood that is characterized by the total lack of speech in at least one situation, despite the ability to speak in other settings. It is usually first noticed when the child enters school. Specific features of this disorder are described in the as follows: There is a persistent lack of speech in some places (e.g., school) but not in others (e.g., home). The child's difficulties with communication make it difficult to form relationships. The behavior persists for at least 1 month. The disturbance cannot be accounted for by a communication disorder (e.g., stuttering) or a pervasive developmental disorder (e.g., autism, schizophrenia). Other Problems Assessment parental interview , as most children who are selectively mute will not talk to the clinician. This interview seeks information on: the child's symptom history , especially focusing on the onset of the behaviors. For example, if the behavior began abruptly after trauma to the head, the injury may be the underlying cause for the cessation of speech rather than selective mutism. the other possible problems (e.g., schizophrenia, autism, pervasive developmental disorder) that could be causing the behaviors.

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