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,‎ teachers‎,‎ SENCOs 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.‎