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Selective mutism is a social anxiety condition, in which a person who is quite capable of speech, is unable to speak in given situations.
Description
In the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders selective mutism is described as a rare psychological disorder in children. Children (and adults) with the disorder are fully capable of speech and understanding language, but fail to speak in certain social situations when it is expected of them. They function normally in other areas of behaviour and learning, though appear severely withdrawn and might be unwilling to participate in group activities. It is like an extreme form of shyness, but the intensity and duration distinguish it. As an example, a child may be completely silent at school, for years at a time, but speak quite freely or even excessively at home.
The disorder can also be the result of trauma experienced, especially at an early age, which gives such a shock and results in refusing to speak, which can then later lead to shyness of speaking especially if the child missed out on years of speech development.
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Child and Adolescent :: Mental Health
"I have selective mutism--a recognized medical condition. You're just a douche!" BBT
vangoghstars (Ashe) Wed, 04 Nov 2009 20:10:19 -0000
"I have selective mutism--a recognized medical condition. You're just a douche!" BBT
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Hashire (zi.i) Wed, 04 Nov 2009 13:21:30 -0000
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"I have selective mutism - a medically recognized disorder. You're just a douche."
Bobwise (Bob) Wed, 04 Nov 2009 02:30:53 -0000
"I have selective mutism - a medically recognized disorder. You're just a douche."
Selective mutism due to a dog bite trauma in a 4-year-old girl: a case report ... - http://bit.ly/1BaNzc
WorldNewsEU (News Stories) Tue, 03 Nov 2009 18:41:23 -0000
Selective mutism due to a dog bite trauma in a 4-year-old girl: a case report ... - http://bit.ly/1BaNzc
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danielleburger (Danielle Burger) Tue, 03 Nov 2009 06:22:49 -0000
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"I have selective mutism, a recognized medical disorder. You're just a douche!"
CommanderKari (Kari) Tue, 03 Nov 2009 05:04:31 -0000
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Selective Mutism Foundation Official Website - Information about this childhood anxiety disorder and the foundation itself. Includes resources, research and a list of healthcare providers.
Selective Mutism Group Inc - Includes information, professional QA, a forum for parents, professionals and teachers to discuss the problem, and current research.
Meta Description: [ Selective Mutism is a childhood anxiety disorder, more than just shyness
but not refusal to speak ]
The Quiet Room - An informational resource for parents and professionals dealing with children with the disorder.
The Silence Within - A teacher and parent resource for strategies to use with shy children and those with selective mutism.
Yahoo Groups : Selectivemutism - An e-mail discussion and support group focused on this disorder.
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