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Selective Mutism: An Overview for SLPs
ASHA Web/Telephone Seminar presented by Kristen Eastman, Psy.D., and Joleen R. Fernald, MS, CCC-SLP.
| What | Seminars |
|---|---|
| When |
2009-10-27 03:00 PM
2009-10-27 05:00 PM
2009-10-27 from 03:00 pm to 05:00 pm |
| Where | Online/Telephone |
| Contact Name | Joleen Fernald |
| Contact Email | JRFernald@eastersealsnh.org |
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Selective Mutism: An Overview for SLPs
Live Web/Telephone Seminar
Selective Mutism (SM) is a social and communication anxiety disorder of childhood. With the prevalence rising to an estimated 1 in 143 children, it merits our attention. This program reviews the key characteristics, diagnostic criteria, and treatment methods identified in recent literature, focusing on children aged 2–8. The program also reviews co-morbid disorders commonly associated with SM and explores the make-up of the interdisciplinary team that best supports a child with the diagnosis. The SLP's role in assessing and treating children with SM is emphasized.
Registration Deadline: October 26, 2009.
For more information, including details on registering, please click here.
Participants will earn 0.2 ASHA CEUs.
Learning Outcomes
After taking this web/telephone seminar, you will be able to:
- list the five criteria used in the DSM-IV for a diagnosis of SM
- identify three co-morbid disorders commonly associated with SM
- name the members of an interdisciplinary team appropriate for children with SM
- identify three methodologies commonly used in the treatment of SM
- compare and contrast the roles of speech-language pathologist and psychologist
Kristen Eastman, Psy.D., specializes in child and family psychology, anxiety disorders, development concerns, and social skills building. Cognitive-behavioral therapy focused on anxiety reduction, self-esteem building, social problem-solving skills development, parent education/guidance, extensive collaboration with school.
For more information, visit Kristen's professional profile on the SMG site.
Joleen Fernald, MS CCC-SLP, is currently a PhD student studying infant mental health and developmental disabilities with Dr. Stanley Greenspan. She is the New Hampshire Selective Mutism Connections coordinator and was elected to the Selective Mutism Group's Board of Directors in 2007.
For more information, visit Joleen's professional profile on the SMG site.
Registration Deadline: October 26, 2009.
For more information, including details on registering, please click here.
Participants will earn 0.2 ASHA CEUs.
