“I suspect my 5-year-old son has Selective Mutism, however, he has never been diagnosed or evaluated for SM. What does the process look like [...]
In this episode, Dr. E and autism expert, Dr. Vera Joffe, discuss the coexistence of SM and autism, the differentiation between the two, treatment considerations, school-based accommodations, and the importance of early screening for autism.
Meet Olive When Olive began pre-school, her parents noticed that she only spoke at home and with close family members and struggled to engage with [...]
As children grow older, navigating the dynamic between parent and child can become more complex. Power struggles may arise as they assert their independence and [...]
This episode offers valuable insights from Dr. E, Jen, and school professionals, James and Lindsey, on empowering students with selective mutism in the classroom.
Meet Zoe When Zoe was three years old, her family began to notice that she was not verbal at all during pre-school or when she [...]
"Is it common for OCD to be a comorbidity with SM? If so, what are some treatment strategies?" OCD can absolutely be a comorbidity [...]
Dr. E and Lynn discuss how to balance parental intervention and accommodations to avoid the pitfalls of excessive worry and anxiety that could cripple a child's development.
School refusal is a complex issue that affects a significant number of children and adolescents. It refers to a child's persistent resistance or refusal [...]
Three parents, Daphne, Edwin, and Julie, engage in conversation, sharing their experiences and asking questions related to their children's specific circumstances.
