hello,
I know all too well how you feel.. I am finally , sorta getting some help.. I
was told to treat SM you also have to treat the anxiety... My daughter does have
panick attacks.. Its her way of dealing with that part of the anxiety . Hers
comes when something new is about to happen. Like when she has to get ready to
go to play theraphy..( I don't know if it is working, she has only gone to
once.. She has either gotten sick or the theraphy has been canceld for some
reason.).. I was told that only 10% of the population has SM so there are not
alot of Dr.s or therapist who know who to help.. My pediatrician did his
internship at the Indianan Childrens hospital(Riley) So he knew alittle.. Play
theraphy is one of the things he recommended.. I have also gotten some of the
books on selective mutism.. They help.. Doing lots of research on the internet
helps also... The worst thing is that people who don't understand give you
advice.. DOn't punish your child.. It doesn't make it any better..
Bribery doesn't work either.. I am hoping that this year will be good. We have
a teacher who is in volved and is spending time with my daughter.. She hasn't
talk to a teacher in 2 years.. This year is 1st grade.. I am hoping its a good
year.. She has shown inprovement.. mostly with other kids.. Not alot of adults..
her wispers are getting louder though..
I hope this helps.. Vent any time..
Shelly



Shelly Holloway


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