Understanding Whispering in Children with Selective Mutism
The Below, Summarized Selective Mutism (SM) is an anxiety disorder where children struggle to speak in certain social settings despite being verbal in comfortable [...]
EP51: Ask Dr. E (Potty Talk, Discussing Selective Mutism with Child, Teacher Strategy & more)
In the episode, we answer five questions, including how to handle anxiety-triggered potty talk, should you explain Selective Mutism directly to your child, strategies for teachers & more.
Help Us Understand Sensory Experiences in Children with Selective Mutism & Autism
Are you a parent of a child between the ages of 4 and 12 who has been diagnosed with: Selective Mutism (SM) [...]
Perfectionism and Selective Mutism: Overlap, Causes & Treatment
The Below, Summarized The overlap between perfectionism and Selective Mutism is a reinforcing cycle of fear and self-criticism. Understanding the connection is critical for [...]
EP50: Autism Spectrum Disorder & SM – Parental Self-Care Strategies w/ Janeen Herskovitz, LMHC
In this episode, Dr. E and Janeen discuss the importance of self-care for parents, strategies and tips, understanding emotional dysregulation, and more.
Shining Stars: Leo
Meet Leo Since Leo was 4 years old, he always struggled speaking with adults. After meeting with a speech pathologist and learning about Selective Mutism, [...]
Selective Mutism and Autism: Similarities, Differences, and How to Support Children with Both
When a child struggles to speak or connect socially, parents and professionals may wonder: Is this Selective Mutism (SM), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), or [...]
Diet, Nutrition and Selective Mutism
Selective Mutism (SM) is a complex anxiety disorder affecting individuals’ ability to speak and engage socially in certain situations. While the primary treatment of [...]
EP49: INTRO TO SENSORY CHALLENGES & SELECTIVE MUTISM w/ DR. BETHANY BILODEAU
In this episode, Dr. E and Dr. B discuss the relationship between Selective Mutism & Sensory Processing Disorder, Signs Your Child May Have Sensory Issues, Tips to Help your Child with Sensory Issues and more.
Selective Mutism in the School Virtual Conference
Understanding Selective Mutism in the School Setting Selective Mutism (SM) is more than just an inability to speak; it is a complex social communication anxiety [...]