The Source for Selective Mutism Gail J. Richard

Description Ages: 2-18Grades: Toddler-Adult Empower the child with selective mutism to speak with confidence. Speech-language pathology expert and author, Dr. Gail Richard, combines current knowledge with years of experience to give an authoritative, practical guide for the diagnosis and successful treatment of selective mutism. End the confusion you may have about selective mutism with this easy-to-read Source. Learn crucial information you need including: differentiating selective mutism from shyness differentiating the types of selective mutism the behavioral parameters of selective mutism the most beneficial treatment methodologies Dr. Richard's desensitization treatment program to alleviate speaking anxiety includes 44 pages of detailed instructions setting treatment goals how to address comorbid speech and language disorders why SLPs are uniquely qualified to assess and treat selective mutism roles of the multidisciplinary team members why the "wait and see" approach i