By Dr. Elisa Shipon Blum When supporting a child with Selective Mutism, well-meaning adults often focus on one goal: helping the child to talk. It is understandable. Talking is how most of us measure communication. But for children and teens with Selective Mutism, a Social Communication Anxiety Disorder, this emphasis on speech can unintentionally create| Selective Mutism Anxiety & Related Disorders Treatment Center
When Josiah was 3 years old, his family noticed that he had never spoken at preschool. Despite working with a local psychologist, his family was […]| Selective Mutism Anxiety & Related Disorders Treatment Center
In this episode, Dr. Elisa Shipon-Blum and Dr. D’Angelo discuss Josiah’s unique but relatable experience with Selective Mutism, breakthrough strategies and surprise moments, going from isolated to “full volume everyone”, and much, much more.| Selective Mutism Anxiety & Related Disorders Treatment Center
In this episode, Dr. Elisa Shipon-Blum and Ruth Perednik discuss why children don’t progress by practicing skills only in a treatment setting, how to continue therapy at home, how to get buy-in from teachers and school staff and more.| Selective Mutism Anxiety & Related Disorders Treatment Center
In this episode, Dr. E and Dr. Jenna break down how to foster independence in elementary-aged children. They discuss how to encourage decision making, foster self-help skills, develop your child’s problem-solving abilities and more.| Selective Mutism Anxiety & Related Disorders Treatment Center
In the episode, we answer five questions, including how to manage inappropriate behavior in public, recommended summer jobs for a teen with SM, selective mutism vs just refusing not to speak & more.| Selective Mutism Anxiety & Related Disorders Treatment Center
