Gradual Steps to Support Comfort & Communication for Children with Selective Mutism
By Dr. Elisa Shipon-Blum Helping children with Selective Mutism (SM) build social connections takes time and care. Many of these children are highly [...]
Explaining Fear of Positive Evaluation
by Dr. Elisa Shipon-Blum Fear of Positive Evaluation is a concept that refers to the anxiety or discomfort some individuals experience when [...]
The Transformative Power of Therapy Dogs for Children and Teens with Selective Mutism
by Dr. Elisa Shipon-Blum Selective Mutism (SM) can be an overwhelming challenge for children, teens, and their families. For many, the anxiety [...]
Successful Social Outings: A Guide for Parents with Children with Selective Mutism
by Dr. Elisa Shipon-Blum Social outings can be a wonderful opportunity for children with Selective Mutism to practice social interaction in a [...]
How to Help Your Teen Improve Their Time Management Skills
For most teens, life can feel like a whirlwind of school assignments, extracurricular activities, social events, and family obligations. For our teens with Selective Mutism, [...]
Building Comfort Within the School with Teachers and Peers
1. Arrange playdates with peers that will be in your child's class All parents want their children to be comfortable before the new school year, [...]
Preparing the Child with Selective Mutism for the New School Year
1. Contact your child's school Educate the school and make sure they understand Selective Mutism. Since the majority of school personnel do not understand SM, [...]
Tips for a Successful Summer Away From Routine
Below are five ways to help a child with Selective Mutism cope with being away from his or her daily routine. 1. Prepare [...]
School’s Out! It’s Summer! … Now What?
Summertime is one of the most joyful times in a child’s life! But while summertime can (and should!) be a period of fun and [...]
Ask Dr. E: 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 for evaluation? GalleryAsk Dr. E: 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 for evaluation?
Ask Dr. E: 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 for evaluation?
“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 [...]
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