Tackling selective mutism : a guide for professionals and parents / edited by Benita Rae Smith and Alice Sluckin ; foreword by Jean Gross.

Other author Smith, Benita Rae, 1934- editor.
Other author Sluckin, Alice, editor.
Format Electronic
PublicationLondon : Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 2015.
Copyright Datecopyright 2015
Description1 online resource (308 pages) : illustrations
Supplemental Contenthttps://go.openathens.net/redirector/ecu.edu?url=http://www.aspresolver.com/aspresolver.asp?CTV4;3388323
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Portion of title Tackling selective mutism
Contents Part I. Current Understanding of Selective Mutism -- Part II. Related and Co-morbid Conditions -- Part III. Interventions, Strategies and Supports -- Part IV. Conclusion.
Abstract Bringing together the latest research and understanding on selective mutism, this edited book gives essential information on the various treatment and therapy options. Experts in the fields of speech and language therapy, psychology, music therapy education and communication offer a wide range of professional perspectives on the condition, while case studies from people with selective mutism, past sufferers and parents reveal the personal impact. The book also clarifies what support a person with selective mutism is likely to need at home, school and in social situations.This definitive volume on selective mutism will be key reading for professionals such as speech and language therapists, educational psychologists, child psychiatrists, child and adolescent mental health workers, teachers, SENCOs and anyone working with selective mutism in therapeutic and educational settings, as well as family members wanting a closer understanding of what selective mutism is and how they can help.
General noteTitle from resource description page (viewed October 05, 2017).
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references (pages 276-288) and indexes.
LanguageIn English.
Issued in other formOriginal version: 9780857007612 9781849053938

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