Tackling Selective Mutism: A Guide for Professionals and Parents

About this book

Bringing together the latest research and understanding on selective mutism this edited book gives essential information on the various treatment and therapy options. Experts in the fields of speech therapy psychology music therapy and education and communication specialists offer a wide range of professional perspectives on the condition while case studies from people with selective mutism past sufferers and parents reveal the personal impact. The book also clarifies what support a person with selective mutism is likely to need at home school and in social situations. This definitive volume on selective mutism will be key reading for professionals such as speech and language therapists and those working with selective mutism in therapeutic and educational settings as well as family members wanting a closer understanding of what selective mutism is and how they can help.