Books On Selective Mutism

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Educational Books About Selective Mutism

SMA has an expansive collection of books available for families and individuals with selective mutism. The books on this recommended reading list have been peer-reviewed by experts in SM.

Being Brave with Selective Mutism: A Step-By-Step Guide for Children and Their Caregivers

Author:  Rachel Busman, PsyD, ABPP Description:  If you’ve picked up this book, talking is probably pretty hard for you. Maybe you really want to talk but feel too nervous to do it when lots of eyes are …

Treating Selective Mutism as a Speech-Language Pathologist

Author:  Emily R. Doll Description:  Selective mutism (SM) is an anxiety disorder in which individuals are unable to communicate in certain environments or contexts (such as at school or in the community) despite having appropriate speech and …

Overcoming Selective Mutism: The Parent’s Field Guide Paperback

Author: Dr. Aimee Kotrba and Shari J. Saffer Description:  Overcoming Selective Mutism is a comprehensive guidebook offering parents the knowledge and guidance they need to move their child beyond silence. The authors offer a creative and motivating …

My Name is Ben and I Don’t Talk Sometimes

Author: Lucy Nathanson Description:  My name is Ben and I don’t talk sometimes is a story about a child’s experience of selective mutism, in his words. Ben takes us on a journey of how he feels across …

A Letter to My Teacher: Why I Can’t Speak at School

Author: Lucy Nathanson Description:  A letter to my teacher: Why I can’t speak at school is a book about Jess, a child with Selective Mutism. Jess writes a heartfelt letter to her new teacher at the start of …

Helping Your Child with Selective Mutism

Author: Dr. Angela McHolm, Dr. Charles Cunningham, and Melanie Vanier Description:  This book offers a broad overview of SM for parents, reviews diagnostic criteria for the disorder, offers a plan to use when coordinating professional treatment. Utilizing …

The Ideal Classroom Setting for the Selectively Mute Child

Author: Dr. Elisa Shipon-Blum Description:  This informative guidebook will provide parents, teachers and treating professionals with the advice necessary to understand the needs of a child with Selective Mutism in the school setting. This second edition goes …

Bravery Grows

Authors: Dr. Melissa Giglio and Daisy Geddes Description:  Bravery Grows tells the story of a child struggling with anxiety and worry. While confident at home, her brave glow dims at school and in social situations. With the support, …

Leo’s Words Disappeared

Author: Elaheh Bos Description:  As Leo starts school, something strange happens. His words disappear! Now Leo must find new ways to give his words the courage to come back. A fun and practical introduction to different techniques …
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