Challenges Associated with Raising a Child with Selective Mutism
Raising a child with Selective Mutism (SM) presents a unique set of challenges for parents. Children with SM battle specific behavioral, social, emotional academic and [...]
How to Maintain Your Child’s Self-Esteem
Children with anxiety are more prone to poor self-esteem when compared to their un-anxious peers. Here are seven ways we can help our children build [...]
Ask Dr. E: Is it Too Much for my English-Speaking Son to attend a French School?
"I am the mother of a five and half year old boy with Selective Mutism. This year he's going to school. It is a French [...]
Ask Dr E: Will my younger child develop SM if their older sibling already has it?
"My oldest child is mute in social settings and has been diagnosed with Selective Mutism. We are concerned our youngest will begin to mimic their [...]
Ask Dr. E: Why does my Child Speak at Home but not at School?
"Why does my child speak to her two best friends at home, but is mute with both when at school?” This scenario is all too [...]
Tricks & Treats for a Successful Halloween
Halloween time should be fun! It’s also an awesome time to practice social communication opportunities! Before you start, understand where your child is on [...]
Ask Dr. E: Is it Possible to be “Too” Comfortable?
“I love the concept, ‘comfort precedes communication’. But does a child make progress when they're "too" comfortable?” "This is a great opportunity to discuss our [...]
Why are most teachers so resistant to learning about Selective Mutism?
“Why are most teachers so resistant to learning about SM? The pressure-based treatment my child has received at school has set them back. The [...]
How Does an IEP differ from a 504?
Here’s a quick explainer of how an IEP is different than a 504 plan. An IEP is not the same as a 504 [...]
4 Tips for Back to School
As we approach the start of another school year, we have put together a comprehensive guide for parents to support their children with Selective [...]