October is Selective Mutism Awareness Month and I am glad I was invited to attend the film premiere of Selective Mutism: Getting the Word Out. This powerful documentary, directed by Eve Keepings de Jesus, shines a much-needed light on selective mutism—a childhood anxiety disorder that affects a child’s ability to speak in certain settings, despite being able to communicate freely in others. Raising awareness of conditions like this is a vital step toward breaking stigma and recognizing the impor

Lily was diagnosed with Selective Mutism when she was four. Her parents struggled to find the proper help locally, mainly due to lack of awareness. "My advice to people with Selective Mutism is to be brave, to try new things, even when it's hard and don't ever give up." | Child Mind Institute

Understanding Selective Mutism: Catherine's Story | Real Families