Can I tell you about selective mutism? : a guide for friends, family and professionals /

Johnson, Maggie, 1955-

Can I tell you about selective mutism? : a guide for friends, family and professionals / Maggie Johnson and Alison Wintgens ; illustrated by Robyn Gallow. - London ; Philadelphia : Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 2012 - 56 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm. - Can I tell you about--? . - Can I tell you about-- ? series. .

Includes bibliographical references.

Introducing Hannah who has selective mutism -- Tension, panic, and phobia -- Speaking freely at home -- It's not refusal to speak -- Playing with others -- Talking in the classroom -- Feeling stressed and frustrated -- Speaking with the wider family -- Associated fears or phobias -- Telling the class about selective mutism -- How other children can help -- How teachers can help -- How parents can help.

Hannah invites readers to learn about selective mutism from her perspective, helping them to understand what it is and what it feels like to have SM. This illustrated book is packed with accessible information that will be an ideal introduction for family, friends and teachers, clearly showing them how they can support a child with the condition. - PUBLISHER'S WEBSITE

9781849052894

2012014858


SELECTIVE MUTISM
MANAGEMENT

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