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Selective Mutism Core Training for Schools
Preparing for the training day
WATCH THIS VIDEO ONE WEEK BEFORE THE TRAINING DAY - Preparation points for the course (2:54)
Section 1: Understanding Selective Mutism
An introduction to the course (2:51)
Understanding anxiety and avoidance (3:08)
An overview of selective mutism: definition and diagnostic criteria (3:16)
Thinking about the child's talking behaviour (1:14)
Selective mutism being more than speech (1:12)
How selective mutism affects a child in everyday life (2:39)
What selective mutism is not (2:59)
Comorbid diagnoses (0:46)
What causes selective mutism? (3:32)
Is selective mutism caused by a traumatic event? (0:34)
Eliminating maintaining factors (4:33)
Video for younger children (3:32)
Key messages: understanding selective mutism (1:43)
Section 2: Reducing anxiety and helping the child
Things not to do (3:29)
Interacting with a child with selective mutism (2:09)
An overview of the therapy (1:57)
The treatment triangle (1:24)
The importance of early intervention (1:04)
The three essential ingredients for a successful intervention (2:56)
Remaining calm and patient (0:59)
Key messages: reducing anxiety and helping the child (1:52)
Section 3: Test your Knowledge
Test your knowledge (0:34)
True or false quiz (4:03)
Scenario quiz (3:30)
Final Thoughts (1:11)
Handouts
Parent questionnaire
Handout: Section 1
Handout: Section 2
The do's and don'ts when interacting with a child with SM summary sheet
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How selective mutism affects a child in everyday life
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