Selective mutism can be a confusing term. It may be better understood as situational mutism. This may help you navigate it.

Melanie Manderino is finally ready to talk. The 18-year-old struggled with selective mutism, an extreme anxiety disorder in which someone is unable to speak in social settings, for the better part of ...

Many years ago, early in my clinical training, a couple brought their 7-year-old daughter to see me. The parents were perplexed. The girl, whom I'll call Emily, was rambunctious at home, but would ...

After struggling with selective mutism throughout her childhood, Erin Silvia shares how she overcame the anxiety disorder Courtesy of Erin Silvia As a child, Erin Silvia struggled to speak to anyone ...

Melanie Manderino has finally found her voice after dealing with selective mutism for the better part of her life Melanie Manderino has struggled with selective mutism her whole life The 18-year-old ...