Description
Mute children do not have a language problem. They can communicate well with their family and generally have no difficulty making themselves understood. They stop speaking when they find themselves in certain situations: to order at a restaurant, to greet guests, or to socialize at school, for example. Little known and rarely diagnosed, selective mutism is characterized by a person's regular inability to speak in specific social situations. Because it can interfere with academic success and social communication, early intervention is essential to help the child overcome it.