Mutism
The inability to generate oral-verbal expression, despite normal comprehension of speech. This may be associated with BRAIN DISEASES or MENTAL DISORDERS. Organic mutism may be associated with damage to the FRONTAL LOBE; BRAIN STEM; THALAMUS; and CEREBELLUM. Selective mutism is a psychological condition that usually affects children characterized by continuous refusal to speak in social situations by a child who is able and willing to speak to selected persons. Kussmal aphasia refers to mutism in psychosis. (From Fortschr Neurol Psychiatr 1994; 62(9):337-44)
Akinetic Mutism
A syndrome characterized by a silent and inert state without voluntary motor activity despite preserved sensorimotor pathways and vigilance. Bilateral FRONTAL LOBE dysfunction involving the anterior cingulate gyrus and related brain injuries are associated with this condition. This may result in impaired abilities to communicate and initiate motor activities. (From Adams et al., Principles of Neurology, 6th ed, p348; Fortschr Neurol Psychiatr 1995 Feb;63(2):59-67)
Infratentorial Neoplasms
Intracranial tumors originating in the region of the brain inferior to the tentorium cerebelli, which contains the cerebellum, fourth ventricle, cerebellopontine angle, brain stem, and related structures. Primary tumors of this region are more frequent in children, and may present with ATAXIA; CRANIAL NERVE DISEASES; vomiting; HEADACHE; HYDROCEPHALUS; or other signs of neurologic dysfunction. Relatively frequent histologic subtypes include TERATOMA; MEDULLOBLASTOMA; GLIOBLASTOMA; ASTROCYTOMA; EPENDYMOMA; CRANIOPHARYNGIOMA; and choroid plexus papilloma (PAPILLOMA, CHOROID PLEXUS).
Dysarthria
Disorders of speech articulation caused by imperfect coordination of pharynx, larynx, tongue, or face muscles. This may result from CRANIAL NERVE DISEASES; NEUROMUSCULAR DISEASES; CEREBELLAR DISEASES; BASAL GANGLIA DISEASES; BRAIN STEM diseases; or diseases of the corticobulbar tracts (see PYRAMIDAL TRACTS). The cortical language centers are intact in this condition. (From Adams et al., Principles of Neurology, 6th ed, p489)
Cranial Fossa, Posterior
The infratentorial compartment that contains the CEREBELLUM and BRAIN STEM. It is formed by the posterior third of the superior surface of the body of the sphenoid (SPHENOID BONE), by the occipital, the petrous, and mastoid portions of the TEMPORAL BONE, and the posterior inferior angle of the PARIETAL BONE.
Cerebellar Neoplasms
Primary or metastatic neoplasms of the CEREBELLUM. Tumors in this location frequently present with ATAXIA or signs of INTRACRANIAL HYPERTENSION due to obstruction of the fourth ventricle. Common primary cerebellar tumors include fibrillary ASTROCYTOMA and cerebellar HEMANGIOBLASTOMA. The cerebellum is a relatively common site for tumor metastases from the lung, breast, and other distant organs. (From Okazaki & Scheithauer, Atlas of Neuropathology, 1988, p86 and p141)
Bulbar Palsy, Progressive
A motor neuron disease marked by progressive weakness of the muscles innervated by cranial nerves of the lower brain stem. Clinical manifestations include dysarthria, dysphagia, facial weakness, tongue weakness, and fasciculations of the tongue and facial muscles. The adult form of the disease is marked initially by bulbar weakness which progresses to involve motor neurons throughout the neuroaxis. Eventually this condition may become indistinguishable from AMYOTROPHIC LATERAL SCLEROSIS. Fazio-Londe syndrome is an inherited form of this illness which occurs in children and young adults. (Adams et al., Principles of Neurology, 6th ed, p1091; Brain 1992 Dec;115(Pt 6):1889-1900)
Tumour type and size are high risk factors for the syndrome of "cerebellar" mutism and subsequent dysarthria. (1/35)
OBJECTIVE: "Cerebellar mutis" and subsequent dysarthria (MSD) is a documented complication of posterior fossa surgery in children. In this prospective study the following risk factors for MSD were assessed: type, size and site of the tumour; hydrocephalus at presentation and after surgery, cerebellar incision site, postoperative infection, and cerebellar swelling. METHODS: In a consecutive series of 42 children with a cerebellar tumour, speech and neuroradiological studies (CT and MRI) were systematically analysed preoperatively and postoperatively. Speech was assessed using the Mayo Clinic lists and the severity of dysarthria using the Michigan rating scale. RESULTS: Twelve children (29%) developed MSD postoperatively. The type of tumour, midline localisation, and vermal incision were significant single independent risk factors. In addition, an interdependency of possible risk factors (tumour>5 cm, medulloblastoma) was found. CONCLUSION: MSD often occurs after paediatric cerebellar tumour removal and is most likely after removal of a medulloblastoma with a maximum lesion diameter>5 cm. (+info)The cerebellum contributes to higher functions during development: evidence from a series of children surgically treated for posterior fossa tumours. (2/35)
We present data on the intellectual, language and executive functions of 26 children who had undergone surgery for the removal of cerebellar hemisphere or vermal tumours. The children with right cerebellar tumours presented with disturbances of auditory sequential memory and language processing, whereas those with left cerebellar tumours showed deficits on tests of spatial and visual sequential memory. The vermal lesions led to two profiles: (i) post-surgical mutism, which evolved into speech disorders or language disturbances similar to agrammatism; and (ii) behavioural disturbances ranging from irritability to behaviours reminiscent of autism. These data are consistent with the recently acknowledged role of the cerebellum as a modulator of mental and social functions, and suggest that this role is operative early in childhood. (+info)Selective mutism and obsessive compulsive disorders associated with zonisamide. (3/35)
We treated 27 children with idiopathic epilepsy with zonisamide monotherapy over a period of 2 years and observed behaviour disturbances in a prospective study. In all cases, seizure control was excellent; however, two cases (7.4%) had behaviour disturbances. The first (Case 1) was a 14-year-old girl with partial epilepsy which began at age 4 years. Zonisamide was administered at age 6 years, which was effective against her seizures, but selective mutism, violent behaviour, and lack of concentration developed at age 10 years. The second (Case 2) was a 15-year-old girl with generalized tonic-clonic seizures which began at age 10 years. Zonisamide was also effective against her seizures, but obsessive compulsive disorders (OCD) developed at age 13 years. The patients have had no other physical or mental problems and decreasing the dosage of zonisamide reduced the problems. There are few reports of behaviour disturbances provoked by zonisamide monotherapy in epileptic children who are neither physically nor mentally disturbed. While problems can develop several years later, in the present study, decreasing the zonisamide dosage maintained adequate prevention of seizures and eliminated the behaviour disturbances. Zonisamide is still a useful anticonvulsant for epileptic seizures, but physicians should be wary of its adverse behavioural side effects, which may arise several years later. (+info)Neglected child with substance abuse leading to child abuse: a case report. (4/35)
Child abuse and neglect is any interaction or lack of interaction between a caregiver and a child resulting in nonaccidental harm to the child's physical and developmental state. Substance abuse is ingestion of any drug, which is capable of altering the mental functioning eventually leading to addiction. This paper presents a case report of a 12-year-old neglected girl with substance abuse for which she was physically abused by her mother. (+info)Contributions of intrinsic membrane dynamics to fast network oscillations with irregular neuronal discharges. (5/35)
During fast oscillations in the local field potential (40-100 Hz gamma, 100-200 Hz sharp-wave ripples) single cortical neurons typically fire irregularly at rates that are much lower than the oscillation frequency. Recent computational studies have provided a mathematical description of such fast oscillations, using the leaky integrate-and-fire (LIF) neuron model. Here, we extend this theoretical framework to populations of more realistic Hodgkin-Huxley-type conductance-based neurons. In a noisy network of GABAergic neurons that are connected randomly and sparsely by chemical synapses, coherent oscillations emerge with a frequency that depends sensitively on the single cell's membrane dynamics. The population frequency can be predicted analytically from the synaptic time constants and the preferred phase of discharge during the oscillatory cycle of a single cell subjected to noisy sinusoidal input. The latter depends significantly on the single cell's membrane properties and can be understood in the context of the simplified exponential integrate-and-fire (EIF) neuron. We find that 200-Hz oscillations can be generated, provided the effective input conductance of single cells is large, so that the single neuron's phase shift is sufficiently small. In a two-population network of excitatory pyramidal cells and inhibitory neurons, recurrent excitation can either decrease or increase the population rhythmic frequency, depending on whether in a neuron the excitatory synaptic current follows or precedes the inhibitory synaptic current in an oscillatory cycle. Detailed single-cell properties have a substantial impact on population oscillations, even though rhythmicity does not originate from pacemaker neurons and is an emergent network phenomenon. (+info)Waardenburg syndrome type 1. (6/35)
Waardenburg syndrome (WS) is a rare disease characterized by sensorineural deafness in association with pigmentary anomalies and defects of neural-crest-derived tissues. Depending on additional symptoms, WS is classified into four types, WS1, WS2, WS3 and WS4. WS1 and WS3 are attributed to mutations in PAX3, whereas WS2 is heterogeneous, being caused by mutations in the microphthalmia-associated transcription factor gene in some but not all affected families. WS4 is attributed to mutations in the endothelin-3 or the endothelin-B receptor genes and SOX10 gene. WS1 is an auditory-pigmentary disorder comprising sensorineural hearing loss and pigmentary disturbances of the iris, hair, and skin, along with dystopia canthorum. We report a case with a confirmed diagnosis of WS1 and review the relevant literature for this rare disorder. (+info)Cerebellar mutism following posterior fossa tumor resection in children. (7/35)
AIM: Cerebellar mutism is a documented complication of posterior fossa surgery in pediatric ages. Risk factors such as the type of tumor, size, and location of tumor, hyrdrocephalus, postoperative cerebellar swelling for cerebellar mutism were investigated in this study. MATERIAL AND METHODS: A consecutive series of 32 children with a cerebellar tumor were operated on at the Haseki Educational and Research Hospital, Department of Neurosurgery, between 1990 and 2005. Their speech and neuroradiological studies were systematically analysed both preoperatively and postoperatively RESULTS: Cerebellar mutism developed in ten children (32%) in the early postoperative period. The type of tumor, midline localization, and vermian incision were significant single independent risk factors. In addition, an interdependency of possible risk factors (tumor > 5 cm, medulloblastoma) was found. The latency for the development of mutism ranged from 0 to 90 days (mean 15.6 d). The speech returned to normal in eight patients. All cases were accompanied by cerebellar ataxia. CONCLUSION: Mutism after posterior fossa tumor resection is also associated with ataxia. Cerebellar mutism usually has a self-limiting course and a favorable prognosis. (+info)Parental responses to positive and negative emotions in anxious and nonanxious children. (8/35)
(+info)'Mutism' is a condition characterized by the inability or unwillingness to speak, often due to psychological or neurological factors.
1. Mutism (also known as Selective Mutism) is a psychological disorder where a person becomes unable to speak in specific situations or around certain people, despite having normal language skills. It's most commonly diagnosed in children and can lead to significant distress and impairment in social communication and academic performance. The exact cause of mutism isn't well understood, but it's believed to be related to anxiety and social phobias.
2. In a medical context, Mutism may also refer to a symptom characterized by the loss of speech due to neurological or psychological conditions, such as after a stroke or head injury, or in response to severe emotional trauma. This is different from Selective Mutism, which is a specific anxiety disorder that occurs in certain situations and not others.
Akinetic mutism is a neurological condition characterized by a severe decrease in initiating and sustaining voluntary movements and speech, typically associated with damage to the frontal lobe or its connecting pathways.
Akinetic mutism is a neurological condition characterized by a severe decrease in initiating and sustaining voluntary movements and speech, along with a decreased level of responsiveness to the environment. It is often caused by damage to the frontal lobe of the brain, particularly to the anterior cingulate cortex and its connections to other parts of the brain.
People with akinetic mutism may appear awake and have their eyes open, but they are generally unresponsive to external stimuli and do not initiate voluntary movements or speech on their own. They may occasionally respond to direct questions or commands, but their responses are often limited and delayed. The condition can be caused by various factors, including brain injury, stroke, tumors, infections, or degenerative diseases such as Parkinson's disease.
Akinetic mutism is distinct from a vegetative state, which is characterized by the absence of both awareness and sleep-wake cycles. In contrast, people with akinetic mutism may retain some degree of awareness and have sleep-wake cycles, although their level of responsiveness is significantly reduced.
Infratentorial neoplasms refer to tumors that originate in the region of the brain below the tentorium cerebelli, including the cerebellum, brainstem, and fourth ventricle.
Infratentorial neoplasms refer to tumors that originate in the region of the brain called the posterior fossa, which is located below the tentorium cerebelli (a membranous structure that separates the cerebrum from the cerebellum). This area contains several important structures such as the cerebellum, pons, medulla oblongata, and fourth ventricle. Infratentorial neoplasms can be benign or malignant and can arise from various cell types including nerve cells, glial cells, or supportive tissues. They can cause a variety of symptoms depending on their location and size, such as headache, vomiting, unsteady gait, weakness, numbness, vision changes, hearing loss, and difficulty swallowing or speaking. Treatment options may include surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy.
Dysarthria is a motor speech disorder resulting from neurological injury or disease, characterized by disturbances in the muscle control and coordination required for clear and precise articulation, respiration, phonation, and prosody during speech production.
Dysarthria is a motor speech disorder that results from damage to the nervous system, particularly the brainstem or cerebellum. It affects the muscles used for speaking, causing slurred, slow, or difficult speech. The specific symptoms can vary depending on the underlying cause and the extent of nerve damage. Treatment typically involves speech therapy to improve communication abilities.
The posterior cranial fossa is the lower portion of the cranial cavity that lies deep to the occipital bone and contains the cerebellum, pons, medulla oblongata, and associated nerves (cranial nerves VII-XII), as well as major blood vessels like the vertebral, basilar, and internal carotid arteries.
The posterior cranial fossa is a term used in anatomy to refer to the portion of the skull that forms the lower, back part of the cranial cavity. It is located between the occipital bone and the temporal bones, and it contains several important structures including the cerebellum, pons, medulla oblongata, and the lower cranial nerves (IX-XII). The posterior fossa also contains the foramen magnum, which is a large opening through which the spinal cord connects to the brainstem. This region of the skull is protected by the occipital bone, which forms the base of the skull and provides attachment for several neck muscles.
Cerebellar neoplasms are a group of abnormal growths or tumors that develop within the cerebellum, a region of the brain responsible for controlling balance, coordination, and fine motor movements, which can be benign or malignant, and may lead to various neurological symptoms depending on their size, location, and rate of growth.
Cerebellar neoplasms refer to abnormal growths or tumors that develop in the cerebellum, which is the part of the brain responsible for coordinating muscle movements and maintaining balance. These tumors can be benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous), and they can arise from various types of cells within the cerebellum.
The most common type of cerebellar neoplasm is a medulloblastoma, which arises from primitive nerve cells in the cerebellum. Other types of cerebellar neoplasms include astrocytomas, ependymomas, and brain stem gliomas. Symptoms of cerebellar neoplasms may include headaches, vomiting, unsteady gait, coordination problems, and visual disturbances. Treatment options depend on the type, size, and location of the tumor, as well as the patient's overall health and age. Treatment may involve surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, or a combination of these approaches.
Progressive Bulbar Palsy (PBP) is a form of neurodegenerative disorder, specifically a motor neuron disease, characterized by the deterioration of the bulbar muscles that control swallowing, speaking, chewing, and sometimes breathing, due to the degeneration of lower brainstem nerve cells, often progressing to significant disability and shortened lifespan.
Progressive bulbar palsy (PBP) is a form of motor neuron disease (MND), also known as Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). It is characterized by the progressive degeneration of the motor neurons in the brainstem, which control vital functions such as swallowing, speaking, chewing, and breathing.
In PBP, these symptoms gradually worsen over time, often resulting in severe disability and ultimately death due to respiratory failure. The progression of the disease can vary from person to person, but it typically advances more slowly than other forms of ALS. There is currently no cure for PBP or any other form of MND, and treatment is focused on managing symptoms and maintaining quality of life.
Cerebellar diseases refer to a group of medical conditions that affect the structure or function of the cerebellum, leading to motor coordination impairments, balance difficulties, and sometimes cognitive or behavioral changes.
Cerebellar diseases refer to a group of medical conditions that affect the cerebellum, which is the part of the brain located at the back of the head, below the occipital lobe and above the brainstem. The cerebellum plays a crucial role in motor control, coordination, balance, and some cognitive functions.
Cerebellar diseases can be caused by various factors, including genetics, infections, tumors, stroke, trauma, or degenerative processes. These conditions can result in a wide range of symptoms, such as:
1. Ataxia: Loss of coordination and unsteady gait
2. Dysmetria: Inability to judge distance and force while performing movements
3. Intention tremors: Shaking or trembling that worsens during purposeful movements
4. Nystagmus: Rapid, involuntary eye movement
5. Dysarthria: Speech difficulty due to muscle weakness or incoordination
6. Hypotonia: Decreased muscle tone
7. Titubation: Rhythmic, involuntary oscillations of the head and neck
8. Cognitive impairment: Problems with memory, attention, and executive functions
Some examples of cerebellar diseases include:
1. Ataxia-telangiectasia
2. Friedrich's ataxia
3. Multiple system atrophy (MSA)
4. Spinocerebellar ataxias (SCAs)
5. Cerebellar tumors, such as medulloblastomas or astrocytomas
6. Infarctions or hemorrhages in the cerebellum due to stroke or trauma
7. Infections, such as viral encephalitis or bacterial meningitis
8. Autoimmune disorders, like multiple sclerosis (MS) or paraneoplastic syndromes
9. Metabolic disorders, such as Wilson's disease or phenylketonuria (PKU)
10. Chronic alcoholism and withdrawal
Treatment for cerebellar diseases depends on the underlying cause and may involve medications, physical therapy, surgery, or supportive care to manage symptoms and improve quality of life.
Elective mutism - Wikipedia
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Selective mutism: MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia
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Pediatric Social Phobia and Selective Mutism: Background, Pathophysiology, Epidemiology
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Selective Mutism 101 - Child Mind Institute
Building an accurate understanding of the diagnosis of selective mutism is crucial in grasping the skills and techniques that ... Steven Kurtz, PhD, ABPP, will lead an in-depth discussion on the diagnosis of selective mutism. He will debunk the unfortunate ... With the recent release of the DSM-5, we celebrate that selective mutism has finally been appropriately placed within the ... Building an accurate understanding of the diagnosis of selective mutism is crucial in grasping the skills and techniques that ...
Masters in Practice: Selective Mutism with Dr. Elisa Shipon-Blum
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Fluoxetine treatment of children with selective mutism: an open trial
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Described by selective mutism1
- Those who are able to speak freely in some situations but not in others are now better described by selective mutism. (wikipedia.org)
Shyness6
- Some affected children have a family history of selective mutism, extreme shyness, or anxiety disorders, which may increase their risk for similar problems. (medlineplus.gov)
- A child with Selective Mutism may also display excessive shyness, clinging, temper tantrums, obsessive-compulsive behaviors, or an extreme fear of being embarrassed. (granitebayspeech.com)
- Selective Mutism is not shyness or wilfulness. (calming-voice.com)
- Children with a family history of extreme shyness, selective mutism or other anxiety disorders are at greater risk of developing the condition. (mdkaplan.com)
- Learning to overcome Selective Mutism, severe shyness, and other childhood anxieties. (gayejames.com)
- I would think that if teachers were able to spend some extra time with the child who is experiencing shyness or mutism challenges, they could become that "security" person for the child and make their transition to the outer world easier. (motivalearning.com)
Autism1
- Once the pediatrician and audiologist have excluded auditory issues, as well as other potential scenarios like autism spectrum, it may be wise to explore the possibility of selective mutism. (babysignlanguage.com)
Family history of selective mutism1
- Having a family history of selective mutism or anxiety disorders [9] . (martinpollins.com)
Outloud The Selective Mutism Podcast1
- Outloud The Selective Mutism Podcast discusses everything related to Selective Mutism, the anxiety disorder that makes speaking extremely difficult. (libsyn.com)
Akinetic mutism1
- Unconsciousness or unresponsiveness in akinetic mutism? (bvsalud.org)
Prevalence of Selective Mutism1
- This paper summarizes the nature and prevalence of selective mutism, techniques used to treat this disorder, and issues in need of research. (journaldatabase.info)
Diagnosed with selective mutism1
- If your toddler has been diagnosed with selective mutism, there are many options you can explore to help your toddler embrace speech once again. (babysignlanguage.com)
Selective Mutism Treatment1
- Our "Selective Mutism Treatment for Speech Pathologists" webinar is a comprehensive 5-hour session tailored for speech pathologists. (selectivemutism.com.au)
Understanding Selective Mutism1
- Gain insights into understanding Selective Mutism and implementing strategies to support your child. (selectivemutism.com.au)
Situational mutism1
- Selective Mutism a lso known as Situational Mutism and SM for short, is an anxiety condition which triggers the freeze response. (calming-voice.com)
Left untreated2
- Selective Mutism is not limited to childhood, left untreated it can continue into adolescence and adulthood. (calming-voice.com)
- Treatment should always be sought for this disorder because selective mutism, left untreated, may get significantly worse, developing into another serious psychiatric disorder. (mdkaplan.com)
Symptoms of selective4
- Contact your health care provider if your child has symptoms of selective mutism, and it is affecting school and social activities. (medlineplus.gov)
- CITATION: Muris P, Monait N, Weijsters L and Ollendick TH (2021) Symptoms of Selective Mutism in Non-clinical 3- to 6-Year-Old Children: Relations With Social Anxiety, Autistic Features, and Behavioral Inhibition. (sun.ac.za)
- What are the symptoms of selective mutism? (granitebayspeech.com)
- Here at Granite Bay Speech, we are experts in identifying the symptoms of selective mutism and can help you determine the best course of treatment. (granitebayspeech.com)
Child's6
- Selective mutism can affect the child's ability to function in school or social settings. (medlineplus.gov)
- As you may have read in this article, there are several factors that contribute to a child's selective mutism. (babysignlanguage.com)
- A major part of your child's mutism is a learned adjustment to his/her (anxiety-provoking social) environment, and been reinforced over time. (mutism.ca)
- Selective Mutism is a severe childhood anxiety disorder that affects a child's ability to speak and communicate effectively in certain social situations, such as school or social gatherings, despite being able to talk comfortably in other settings. (martinpollins.com)
- * Selective mutism is a complex childhood anxiety disorder characterized by a child's inability to speak and communicate effectively in select social settings, such as school. (myradicalremedy.com)
- Further, since selective mutism is often first identified during the preschool years, CBT must be modified to match a child's developmental level. (journaldatabase.info)
Children25
- Reactive mutism: a reaction to trauma and/or abuse, with all children showing symptoms of depression and being notably withdrawn, usually showing no facial expressions. (wikipedia.org)
- Selective mutism is most common in children under age 5. (medlineplus.gov)
- Most children with selective mutism have some form of extreme social fear ( phobia ). (medlineplus.gov)
- Children with mutism never speak. (medlineplus.gov)
- Selective mutism is defined by the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Health Disorders, 5th Edition ( DSM-5 ) as "an anxiety disorder, given that a large majority of children with selective mutism are anxious. (medscape.com)
- Children with selective mutism were compared with children with social phobia in a study of 35 children (average age, 8 y). (medscape.com)
- Studies that use physiological measures to objectively measure the severity of anxiety have shown that children with selective mutism and social anxiety as compared with children with social phobia alone have chronically higher levels of arousal (more intense anxiety) as reflected in the presence of respiratory sinus arrhythmia and skin conductance levels. (medscape.com)
- Children with selective mutism may appear to others to not be overtly anxious, especially because of their silence, as their anxiety is not directly observable by others. (medscape.com)
- He will debunk the unfortunate myths and misunderstandings that continue to impact children challenged by selective mutism, and cover the history of the diagnosis and how this history has influenced treatment and research. (childmind.org)
- A pilot study was designed to evaluate the safety and efficacy of fluoxetine treatment for children with selective mutism (elective mutism in DSM-III-R). (nih.gov)
- Some children with selective mutism can use a limited vocabulary (such as 'no'), gesture, and writing to communicate in schools. (mantralingua.com)
- This 10 minute short video explains selective mutism and shows the viewer effective strategies for treating children with this disorder. (anxietycanada.com)
- One study conducted by Dr. Bork demonstrated the success in treating children with SM within 130 minutes each of their time using the VSR technique is published in the peer-reviewed paper "Video self-modeling, fading, and reinforcement: An effective treatment of children with selective mutism" in Journal of Clinical Child Psychology and Psychiatry (2019). (mutism.ca)
- Selective Mutism (SM) is a rare anxiety disorder that affects children and adults. (eurosibs.eu)
- Years ago, children with selective mutism were labeled as rude, due to their refusal to speak. (granitebayspeech.com)
- Our "Advanced Strategies for Parents of Children with Selective Mutism" webinar delves deeper into advanced strategies for various social situations. (selectivemutism.com.au)
- Get the details about the basic do's and don'ts of managing children with Selective Mutism. (selectivemutism.com.au)
- One of the questions that I'm often asked by parents of children with selective mutism is: "how do I let my child know that he or she has selective mutism or how do I approach the subject? (edinburgh-speech-therapy-wordsteps.co.uk)
- Some say selective mutism affects about one in every 1,000 school-age children, but other statistics suggest it is much higher [10] . (martinpollins.com)
- Most frequently the mutism occurs in children under the age of 5 in school or in another social environment and is considered to be an extreme form of social phobia. (mdkaplan.com)
- With psychotherapy, support and possible medication, many children may fully recover from selective mutism. (mdkaplan.com)
- I specialize in the consultation, treatment and education for children affected by selective mutism. (dunnbehavioralconsulting.com)
- By collaborating with the key people in children's lives, children can achieve the goal of building their confident voices and overcoming selective mutism. (dunnbehavioralconsulting.com)
- Parent support group for families of children with Selective Mutism. (starnetregionii.org)
- More than 90% of children with Selective Mutism also have social phobia or social anxiety. (myradicalremedy.com)
Childhood anxiety disorder1
- Selective mutism is a childhood anxiety disorder that is diagnosed when a child consistently does not speak in some situations, but speaks comfortably in other situations. (anxietycanada.com)
Refuses to speak3
- Sometimes, parents or caregivers only find out that their child has selective mutism when teachers report that the child refuses to speak in class. (medicalnewstoday.com)
- Selective Mutism diagnosed for when a child refuses to speak one time, refusal to speak must occur over a period of at least one month. (granitebayspeech.com)
- A child with selective mutism refuses to speak in some social situations, but not others. (granitebayspeech.com)
Diagnosis5
- Building an accurate understanding of the diagnosis of selective mutism is crucial in grasping the skills and techniques that required for effective treatment. (childmind.org)
- Thankfully, as the field of psychology has become more advanced and scientific in its approach, our understanding of selective mutism and the symptom presentations consistent with this diagnosis has improved. (childmind.org)
- Steven Kurtz, PhD, ABPP, will lead an in-depth discussion on the diagnosis of selective mutism. (childmind.org)
- If you have just received a diagnosis of selective mutism, we encourage you to become familiar with our baby sign language materials specifically designed for toddlers. (babysignlanguage.com)
- After eliminating anatomical or medical reasons from the lack of speech, a diagnosis of selective mutism may be made. (mdkaplan.com)
Behavioral4
- Additionally, this workshop will provide an overview of our current behavioral conceptualization of selective mutism. (childmind.org)
- Since selective mutism is a behavioral problem, some behavioral techniques may be used as well. (mdkaplan.com)
- This study is intended to present a case which describes a successful intervention for the anxiety disorder named Selective Mutism in an elementary/middle-school aged girl, by adopting Behavioral-Cognitive Therapy as the base for the therapeutic formulation and intervention. (bvsalud.org)
- ABA therapy or behavioral therapy is very effective for intervening selective mutism in the classroom. (motivalearning.com)
Behavior3
- In 1980, a study by Torey Hayden identified four "subtypes" of Elective Mutism: Symbiotic mutism: the most common of the forms, caused by a vocal and dominating mother and absent father (very rarely the other way around) and characterized by the use of mutism as controlling behavior around other adults. (wikipedia.org)
- Passive-aggressive mutism: silence is used as a display of hostility, connected to anti-social behavior. (wikipedia.org)
- Treating selective mutism involves behavior changes. (medlineplus.gov)
Adulthood2
- Selective mutism is a disorder that first occurs in childhood and can continue into adolescence and adulthood. (medscape.com)
- Most of these disorders develop in adulthood, but separation anxiety and selective mutism usually start during childhood. (msdmanuals.com)
Overcome2
- To effectively overcome Selective Mutism and all anxieties, an individual needs to be involved in a treatment program, such as those rooted in evidenced-based Social Communication Anxiety Treatment® (S-CAT®) , like Individualized Intensives and CommuniCamp . (selectivemutismcenter.org)
- Selective Mutism can be overcome. (mantralingua.com)
Situations10
- Elective mutism is an outdated term which was defined as a refusal to speak in almost all social situations (despite normal ability to do so), while selective mutism was considered to be a failure to speak in specific situations and is strongly associated with social anxiety disorder. (wikipedia.org)
- Elective mutism was described as "a continuous refusal to speak in almost all social situations" despite normal ability to speak. (wikipedia.org)
- Selective mutism is a disorder in which an individual is not able to speak aloud in specific situations when there is an expectation of conversational speech. (medscape.com)
- Selective mutism significantly impairs the individual's level of functioning, as the individual is unable to complete required educational, social, and family tasks, and the emotional distress engendered in situations requiring the person to speak out loud can result in school refusal . (medscape.com)
- Selective mutism is a severe anxiety disorder where a person is unable to speak in certain social situations, such as with classmates at school or to relatives they do not see very often. (mantralingua.com)
- Selective mutism (SM) is a psychiatric condition that is characterized by a failure to speak in specific social situations (e. g., at school) despite speaking normally in other situations (e.g., at home). (sun.ac.za)
- A child with selective mutism may be too anxious to talk in specific situations, although they may talk comfortably with people whom they know well. (medicalnewstoday.com)
- Those who suffer from Selective Mutism fail to talk in certain social situations like school, despite being able to chat freely at home. (calming-voice.com)
- While the cause of selective mutism is unknown, it is believed to be related to an anxiety disorder or social phobia, and it can be exacerbated by stressful or overwhelming situations. (martinpollins.com)
- Experts regard selective mutism as a fear or phobia of talking to certain people in certain situations. (martinpollins.com)
Disorders4
- The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM), first published in 1952, first included Elective Mutism in its third edition, published in 1980. (wikipedia.org)
- [ 1 ] Communicative language is generally intact in such individuals, although selective mutism can coexist with language and communication disorders. (medscape.com)
- With the recent release of the DSM-5, we celebrate that selective mutism has finally been appropriately placed within the Anxiety Disorders category. (childmind.org)
- Persistent selective mutism presenting with comorbid anxiety disorders may respond to fluoxetine treatment. (nih.gov)
Phobia2
- Those with social phobia and selective mutism had chronically higher levels of arousal as reflected by respiratory sinus arrhythmia and skin conductance levels. (medscape.com)
- According to the NHS [13] , selective mutism is not a phobia of talking to certain people but is an anxiety disorder that causes a person to freeze when exposed to specific triggers. (martinpollins.com)
Person's3
- The person's history of mutism should also be considered. (medlineplus.gov)
- Often, the child with selective mutism designates a friend or close family member to serve as an interpreter of communication and whispers into that person's ear, so that communication occurs with the designated person as intermediary. (medscape.com)
- Selective Mutism is a complex anxiety disorder that can have a significant impact on a person's life. (eurosibs.eu)
Severe1
- Selective mutism is a severe type of social anxiety. (medicalnewstoday.com)
Treatment9
- We recommend our "Treatment for Selective Mutism in Schools and Preschools" webinar, a 3-hour intensive session designed for early childhood and primary school teachers, learning support staff, aides, and school speech pathologists. (selectivemutism.com.au)
- What specific treatment strategies are available for teens with Selective Mutism in high school? (selectivemutism.com.au)
- Check out our "Treatment for Selective Mutism in High School," a 3-hour session focusing on strategies for teens. (selectivemutism.com.au)
- However, this webinar will not discuss specific treatment strategies, so if your teachers are showing an interest in helping your child, we would recommend the 3-hour webinar "Treatment for Selective Mutism in Schools and Preschools" here . (selectivemutism.com.au)
- I'm a teacher and I have already watched the 3-hour "Treatment for Selective Mutism in Schools and Preschools" webinar. (selectivemutism.com.au)
- Our "Professional Development for Psychologists and Other Clinicians" webinar focuses on the assessment and treatment of Selective Mutism. (selectivemutism.com.au)
- Treatment of selective mutism may take various forms. (mdkaplan.com)
- This treatment involves a person suffering from selective mutism sitting in a room with a person they are comfortable with. (psychiatric-medicine.com)
- Talk to the experts about treatment for selective mutism today. (psychiatric-medicine.com)
Treating4
- This advanced training is intended to deepen the clinical knowledge of treating SLPs and SLAs in the area of selective mutism. (mshahearsay.org)
- Are there resources for speech pathologists interested in treating Selective Mutism? (selectivemutism.com.au)
- There are multiple approaches to treating selective mutism. (psychiatric-medicine.com)
- Treating selective mutism takes effective therapy and experienced medical support. (psychiatric-medicine.com)
Affects1
- Selective Mutism also affects non verbal communication such as eye contact, facial expressions, waving, passing notes, and even writing and drawing. (calming-voice.com)
School12
- Selective mutism may take place only at school or in social settings, and in some instances, it is associated to fear, triggered by a person within the household. (babysignlanguage.com)
- My parents first noticed that I was struggling from Selective Mutism when I was about three-years-old and would socially "shut down" during preschool and Sunday School. (selectivemutismcenter.org)
- This workshop is designed for anyone who interacts with a child with selective mutism (SM) in a school setting. (mutism.ca)
- Selective mutism is often noticed when a child enters school, even though selective mutism symptoms are evident before the age of 5. (granitebayspeech.com)
- I'm a primary school teacher and have a child in my class with Selective Mutism. (selectivemutism.com.au)
- I work with preschoolers, and we have a child with Selective Mutism transitioning to school next year. (selectivemutism.com.au)
- Our "Preschoolers with Selective Mutism: Transitioning to School" webinar is a 1.5-hour session focusing exclusively on strategies to aid with the transition to school. (selectivemutism.com.au)
- Can I provide basic information about Selective Mutism to all staff at my school or preschool? (selectivemutism.com.au)
- Our "What All Staff Need to Know About Selective Mutism" is a 1-hour seminar designed as an in-service for school and preschool staff. (selectivemutism.com.au)
- Selective mutism is often first noticed when a child starts school or enters a social setting where communication is expected, and they fail to participate in conversations. (martinpollins.com)
- Such an evaluation is normally not performed until the problem has been evident for a least a month, not counting the first month of school, since short bouts of mutism are common in childhood, particularly when a child first begins going to school. (mdkaplan.com)
- I have had parents seeking help because they are worried that their child is experiencing selective mutism or is extremely shy at school, affecting their social and developmental performance. (motivalearning.com)
Teachers2
- EMA Teaching & Learning Adviser (KS2-4), active in Rochdale Borough Council, and she's sharing some important information for parents and teachers about selective mutism. (mantralingua.com)
- Offering support and education to kids, parents, teachers, family members, and anyone whose lives are affected by anxiety and Selective Mutism. (libsyn.com)
Support1
- You can find information and resources through selective mutism support groups . (medlineplus.gov)
Consistent1
- Whether you're paying a professional or doing it alone, selective mutism interventions must be consistent and appropriate. (gayejames.com)
Mute2
- In contrast to selective mutism, it was thought someone who was electively mute may not speak in any situation, as is usually shown in books and films. (wikipedia.org)
- Blogging about selective mutism, from the perspective of a selectively mute tween. (mymutismjourney.com)
Awareness1
- October is Selective Mutism Awareness Month. (wanderingwounded.com)
Psychiatric1
- It is not uncommon for patients who suffer from selective mutism to suffer from another psychiatric disturbance as well, such as panic disorder, dissociative disorder, or obsessive compulsive disorder. (mdkaplan.com)
Parents1
- Our "How to Help Your Child with Selective Mutism" webinar is a 3-hour session specifically designed for parents. (selectivemutism.com.au)
Trauma4
- Elective mutism was often attributed to defiance or the effect of trauma. (wikipedia.org)
- People who have been through trauma may show some of the same symptoms seen in selective mutism. (medlineplus.gov)
- But, on the other hand, there is no evidence that selective mutism is related to abuse, neglect or trauma, which, at first, seems rather odd as it might be expected in those circumstances. (martinpollins.com)
- A specific trauma may precipitate a period of selective mutism. (mdkaplan.com)
Speak8
- Selective mutism is a condition in which a child can speak, but then suddenly stops speaking. (medlineplus.gov)
- In selective mutism, the child can understand and speak, but is unable to speak in certain settings or environments. (medlineplus.gov)
- Schools need to remove the pressure that a child with selective mutism might feel to speak. (mantralingua.com)
- Selective mutism is basically somebody like Milana being very shy and not very willing to speak in public. (mymutismjourney.com)
- Selective mutism is a disorder in which someone who is able to speak and communicate fails to do so. (psychiatric-medicine.com)
- Selective mutism is the underlying reason a person cannot speak when pressured. (gayejames.com)
- Selective mutism is a childhood disorder characterized by a failure to speak in some but not all of the contexts where speaking is normally expected. (journaldatabase.info)
- It does not elicit contextual information except to determine bereavement reactions, and specific rule-outs that would cast doubt on the diagnoses (e.g. failure to speak in Selective Mutism when unfamiliar with English). (cdc.gov)
Panic1
- Selective mutism can also be the precursor to agoraphobia and/or panic disorder. (medscape.com)
Confident1
- As a parent, how can I help my child with Selective Mutism become a confident communicator? (selectivemutism.com.au)
Difficulties1
- I've had life changing results with my clients, also especially a little 11 year old Malaysian boy who is Autistic and had selective mutism and speech difficulties. (joanegoulding.com)
Fail1
- The tapes are stitched together such that it appears the person with selective mutism is answering someone they would otherwise fail to communicate with. (psychiatric-medicine.com)