Selective mutism: why does the child not speak?
It is selective mutism when despite the child's abilities and language development are normal, the child finds it difficult to express himself at certain times and with certain people.
What is selective mutism?
Selective mutism in children is an emotional response due to a strong state of anxiety, in fact selective mutism is not considered a disease or a dysfunction of the child.
Despite the abilities and development of language, the child outside the home finds it very difficult to express himself with people he does not know or in contexts unknown to him. In fact, the same children are able to express themselves very well at home or with people they know.
How does selective mutism manifest itself?
Selective mutism in children manifests itself immediately, selective mutism is an anxiety disorder and occurs in some social situations, in common environments such as kindergarten or school, the symptoms of this disorder manifests itself mainly in places other than environments familiar to the child, where he feels uncomfortable and is unable in any way to express concepts or words despite his abilities and his linguistic knowledge are normal.
Is selective mutism cured?
As we have already said selective mutism is not a disease, but an anxiety disorder, if detected early selective mutism can be treated safely, one of the tips for the treatment of selective mutism is to put the child at ease, and make him feel welcomed and understood by the people around him. To counteract this disorder, therefore, it is necessary to create a reassured and relaxing atmosphere for the child, and regardless of the social context, never force the child to speak.
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