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 [...]
Ask Dr. E: How do I know if medication is or isn’t the best answer?
I am a grandmother of a teen struggling with SM. No close friends other than her siblings and no interaction at school. How do I [...]