Selective Mutism In Education Case Study

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Strategies for teachers with students suffering from selective mutism include planning a home visit to meet the child in a comfortable setting before school starts, seating him or her next to a student who is outgoing, not seating the child in the center or the front, and gradually introducing eye contact in the classroom. The teacher should educate other students about selective mutism outside of the affected child's presence, says Bright Hub Education.

Teachers must remember to eliminate anxiety for the selectively mute child as much as possible. Explain changes in routine ahead of time and help the child prepare. Encourage other students to act as peer helpers to the child, but be careful that they don't make too much of a fuss when he

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