why I think I may have selective mutism (info from Google) ------------------------------------------------------------ So let's start with what selective mutism is. Selective mutism is an anxiety disorder where a person is unable to speak in certain social situations. I have ADHD (and maybe Autism) and I feel like I do have this because I do find myself unable to speak in certain social situations. ------------------------------------------------------------ Some symptoms I have: -nervous, uneasy or socially awkward. -rude, disinterested or sulky. -clingy. -shy and withdrawn. -stiff, tense or poorly co-ordinated. -stubborn or aggressive, having temper tantrums when they get home from school, or getting angry when questioned by parents. -------------------------------------------- Diagnosis guidelines Selective mutism is diagnosed according to specific guidelines. These include observations about the person concerned as outlined: they do not speak in specific situations, such as during school lessons or when they can be overheard in public they can speak normally in situations where they feel comfortable, such as when they're alone with parents at home, or in their empty classroom or bedroom their inability to speak to certain people has lasted for at least 1 month (2 months in a new setting) their inability to speak interferes with their ability to function in that setting their inability to speak is not better explained by another behavioural, mental or communication disorder -------------------------------------- that's all for now!
