The Selective Mutism Workbook for Parents and Professionals

The Selective Mutism Workbook for Parents and Professionals
Author: Maggie Johnson
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
Total Pages: 265
Release: 2023-05-31
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1000858286

This workbook provides hands-on Activities, Strategies, planning sheets and progress trackers for use with children with selective mutism at home, at school and in the wider community. Written by selective mutism expert Maggie Johnson and parent coach Junhua Reitman, the workbook includes first-hand accounts of how children can overcome SM successfully using the Activities and Strategies described in this book. Activities are organised around the daily routines of school and family life and each Activity is broken into a progression of small steps with appropriate Strategies and an accompanying record sheet to track progress. Activities include: Using the toilet at school Attending social gatherings Organising a successful playdate Initiating conversation Talking in the classroom Eating with peers This workbook is essential reading for parents, professionals and anyone who is looking for a toolkit for selective mutism. It also provides a useful extension to The Selective Mutism Resource Manual, 2nd edition, focusing on the ‘how’ to complement the manual’s ‘what’ and ‘why’. Small steps really do lead to big changes but taking the first step can be the most difficult. This book helps you make that first step.

The Selective Mutism Resource Manual

The Selective Mutism Resource Manual
Author: Maggie Johnson
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 442
Release: 2017-07-28
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1351702696

For anyone who needs to understand, assess or manage selective mutism, this is a comprehensive and practical manual that is grounded in behavioural psychology and anxiety management and draws on relevant research findings as well as the authors' extensive clinical experience. Now in its second edition and including new material for adolescents and adults, The Selective Mutism Resource Manual 2e provides: an up-to-date summary of literature and theory to deepen your understanding of selective mutism a wealth of ideas on assessment and management in home, school and community settings so that its relevance extends far beyond clinical practice a huge range of printable online handouts and other resources case studies and personal stories to illustrate symptoms and demonstrate the importance of tailored interventions. This book is essential reading for people who have selective mutism as well as for the clinicians, therapists, educators, caseworkers and families who support them.

Can I Tell You about Selective Mutism?

Can I Tell You about Selective Mutism?
Author: Maggie Johnson
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Total Pages: 58
Release: 2012
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1849052891

Discusses selective mutism, explaining how those suffering from the disorder experience intense fear and panic in social situations, and offers suggestions for how parents and educators can help those afflicted.

Treatment for Children with Selective Mutism

Treatment for Children with Selective Mutism
Author: R. Lindsey Bergman
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Total Pages: 152
Release: 2013-01-10
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0195391527

Treatment for Children with Selective Mutism outlines the sequence and essential elements to guide clinicians through a comprehensive, integrated program for young children who display symptoms of SM.

My Name Is Eliza and I Don't Talk at School

My Name Is Eliza and I Don't Talk at School
Author: Lucy Nathanson
Publisher:
Total Pages: 40
Release: 2018-10-25
Genre:
ISBN: 9781788084420

This beautifully illustrated and positive book is an excellent aid and therapeutic tool for both therapists and parents of primary-age children with selective mutism. Selectively mute children who are aged 6 years and over can also read this book themselves or with an adult. The book opens with a section for adults to read before presenting the story to the child, explaining how best to use the book and the therapeutic approach to helping children with selective mutism, as well as including useful discussion questions. Eliza's charming story then follows. In the first half, Eliza describes how she feels in different situations, both at home and at school - feelings that will resonate with many children with selective mutism. In the second half, we discover how she begins to overcome her fear with small steps and easy methods that parents and therapists can adopt. With delightful artwork, this story will help children with selective mutism feel as though they are not alone, as well as offering parents and professionals a way to begin a conversation with the child about their selective mutism and suggest the steps to help them. About the Author Lucy Nathanson is a child therapist and the founder of Confident Children. Lucy is passionate about helping children with selective mutism. She works directly with children and makes videos with the aim of spreading awareness of selective mutism. On an international level, Lucy speaks at conferences and provides support and guidance to parents and professionals. She is the author of Understanding Selective Mutism: A Beginner's Guide.

Tackling Selective Mutism

Tackling Selective Mutism
Author: Benita Rae Smith
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Total Pages: 314
Release: 2014-09-21
Genre: Education
ISBN: 0857007610

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 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.

Raising Voices

Raising Voices
Author: Stephen Quinlan
Publisher:
Total Pages: 38
Release: 2020-11-06
Genre:
ISBN:

This book is intended as an activity book for caregivers to children with a diagnosis of Selective Mutism (SM) based on years of clinical experience and research. Various activities with a Cognitive Behavioral slant are outlined in addition to tips for caregivers. Enjoy the illustrations and reading the book together with your child. Then, use the expert tips to put together your brave adventure!

Selective Mutism

Selective Mutism
Author: Aimee Kotrba, PhD
Publisher: PESI Publishing & Media
Total Pages: 148
Release: 2014-12-01
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 1559570067

Selective Mutism: A Guide for Therapists, Educators, and Parents provides an effective, research-based behavioral intervention plan for the successful treatment of Selective Mutism. Based on years of clinical experience and expertise, author Dr. Aimee Kotrba provides not only assessment and treatment information, but also case examples, easy-to-implement workbook sheets, and informative handouts. Dr. Kotrba is an advocate of team treatment - parents, schools, and mental health professionals working together to intervene with selective mutism -- and this book provides intervention strategies for all team members, as well as a comprehensive treatment plan that can be individualized to any child. The techniques included emphasize a gradual, stepwise approach to increased speech, as well as fun and engaging activities that can be used at each step of treatment. Tips for engaging and motivating children and teens are included to improve treatment outcomes.

Overcoming Selective Mutism

Overcoming Selective Mutism
Author: Aimee Kotrba
Publisher: Shari Saffer
Total Pages: 184
Release: 2018-10-25
Genre:
ISBN: 9781732599604

Drawing from their respective experiences as a clinician who has treated hundreds of children with selective mutism and a parent of a child with selective mutism, authors Dr. Aimee Kotrba and Shari J. Saffer provide clear strategies to increase speaking and reduce anxiety.