Preparing for the training day
Section 1: Understanding Selective Mutism
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An introduction to the course (2:51)
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Understanding anxiety and avoidance (3:08)
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An overview of selective mutism: definition and diagnostic criteria (3:16)
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Thinking about the child's talking behaviour (1:14)
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Selective mutism being more than speech (1:12)
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How selective mutism affects a child in everyday life (2:39)
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What selective mutism is not (2:59)
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Comorbid diagnoses (0:45)
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What causes selective mutism? (3:32)
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Is selective mutism caused by a traumatic event? (0:34)
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Eliminating maintaining factors (4:33)
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Video for younger children (3:32)
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Key messages: understanding selective mutism (1:43)
Section 2: Reducing anxiety and helping the child
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Things not to do (3:29)
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Interacting with a child with selective mutism (2:08)
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An overview of the therapy (1:57)
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The treatment triangle (1:24)
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The importance of early intervention (1:04)
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The three essential ingredients for a successful intervention (2:56)
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Remaining calm and patient (0:59)
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Key messages: reducing anxiety and helping the child (1:52)
Section 3: Test your Knowledge
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