This toolkit, developed by members of the Selective Mutism Association (SMA), is meant to serve as a helpful guide for caregivers of youth with selective mutism (SM). Within these pages,… Continue reading SMA Toolkit for Caregivers
Resources Categories: Teens and Young Adult Resources
Understanding & Treating Selective Mutism in Teens: Fade-ins
Fade-ins and Shaping with Teens Download: Understanding & Treating Selective Mutism in Teens: Fade-ins
Understanding & Treating Selective Mutism (SM) in Teens: Earning Rewards
Contingency Managment System with Teens Download: Understanding & Treating Selective Mutism (SM) in Teens: Earning Rewards
Understanding & Treating Selective Mutism (SM) in Teens
Conceptualization of selective mutism in teens Download: Understanding & Treating Selective Mutism (SM) in Teens
CDI and VDI Skills with Teens
Child Directed Interaction (CDI) Skills Download: CDI and VDI Skills with Teens
Selective Mutism Exposure Ideas for Teens/Young Adults
When we talk about doing exposures for selective mutism, we don’t only mean with young kids. Exposures can be as important for teenagers, young adults, and even adults with selective… Continue reading Selective Mutism Exposure Ideas for Teens/Young Adults
Selective Mutism & College Prep
Venturing off to college, even if locally, can be anxiety provoking for any child and parent. This is compounded even further for young adults who still suffer from anxiety disorders… Continue reading Selective Mutism & College Prep
Selective Mutism in Tweens/Teens
Most older children with selective mutism (SM) have had symptoms since they were young, and for several reasons, may end up not receiving effective treatment. SM treatment has become more… Continue reading Selective Mutism in Tweens/Teens