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Selective mutism is more than shyness—it is an anxiety disorder that can significantly impact a child's social, academic, and emotional development. In this professional webinar, Rachel Busman, PsyD, reviews the clinical features of selective mutism, discusses evidence-based assessment and treatment approaches, and shares practical strategies for supporting children across home, school, and clinical settings.
Designed for mental health professionals, this presentation explores how to recognize selective mutism, differentiate it from other conditions, and implement effective interventions that help children build confidence and communicate more comfortably.
Learn more from ADAA:
adaa.org/resources-news/from-adaa-experts/webinars
Become an ADAA Member:
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Subscribe to ADAA's INSIGHTS newsletter for mental health professionals:
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If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, call or text 988, available 24/7.
The Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA) provides evidence-based resources, treatment strategies, and support for anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD, and co-occurring disorders. Access free tools for the public, as well as webinars and continuing education for mental health providers.
Selective mutism is more than shyness—it is an anxiety disorder that can significantly impact a child's social, academic, and emotional development. In this professional webinar, Rachel Busman, PsyD, reviews the clinical features of selective mutism, discusses evidence-based assessment and treatment approaches, and shares practical strategies for supporting children across home, school, and clinical settings.
Designed for mental health professionals, this presentation explores how to recognize selective mutism, differentiate it from other conditions, and implement effective interventions that help children build confidence and communicate more comfortably.
Learn more from ADAA:
adaa.org/resources-news/from-adaa-experts/webinars
Become an ADAA Member:
adaa.org/membership
Subscribe to ADAA's INSIGHTS newsletter for mental health professionals:
adaa.informz.net/ADAA/pages/ProfessionalNewsletter
If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, call or text 988, available 24/7.
The Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA) provides evidence-based resources, treatment strategies, and support for anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD, and co-occurring disorders. Access free tools for the public, as well as webinars and continuing education for mental health providers.
