Outloud The Selective Mutism Podcast

In this episode we talk about tips to help kids who struggle to wear face masks during COVID-19 and related sensory issues. We hope you hear something helpful!

We walk through 2 plans to meet goals while social distancing. Anne talks about how to get children with Selective Mutism comfortable with talking to family members on Zoom and Chelsea talks about shaping communication during remote learning, peer groups and therapy.

Boston Child Study Center: Braving Covid-19 Suggestions for youth with Selective Mutism:

https://bostonchildstudycenter.com/suggestions-for-youth-selective-mutism/

We are excited to share this amazing teen-focused episode with Dr. Elisa Shipon-Blum. Dr. Shipon-Blum is an expert on the subject of Selective Mutism. She tells us how she learned about Selective Mutism through her own daughter, how she became an expert, and developed a whole person approach to treating SM, S-CAT! She answers our most common questions when it comes to tackling SM across ages and in the tough teen years. This episode is packed with useful info for all ages!

Happy Mothers Day!

Selective Mutism Anxiety Research & Treatment Center ...selectivemutismcenter.org

selectivemutismresearchinstitute.org

During social distancing due to the Coronavirus, making and meeting goals for Selective Mutism can be hard. In this episode, we talk about ways to promote reading out loud using behavioral principles and what worked for us. If you enjoy this episode please leave us a review.

Dr. Steven Kurtz joins us to talk about his extensive experience working with children and families dealing with Selective Mutism. Topics covered include Brave Buddies, Mighty Mouth, PCIT-SM and more!

Resources:

https://www.kurtzpsychology.com

https://selectivemutismuniversity.thinkific.com

https://www.facebook.com/KurtzPsychologyConsulting/

Dr. Steven Kurtz joins us to talk about his extensive experience working with children and families dealing with Selective Mutism. Topics covered include Brave Buddies, Mighty Mouth, PCIT-SM and more!

"Dr. Steven Kurtz, is an internationally recognized expert in child psychology with specializations in a number of areas, including but not limited to ADHD, oppositional and defiant behavior, anxiety, and educational challenges. He also is the founder of the Selective Mutism Programs at both the NYU Child Study Center and the Child Mind Institute. He created the Brave Buddies & Mighty Mouth programs, serving the needs of children around the globe with selective mutism."

Resources:

https://www.kurtzpsychology.com

https://selectivemutismuniversity.thinkific.com

https://www.facebook.com/KurtzPsychologyConsulting/

In this episode we talk about toileting and the issues kids with Selective Mutism face surrounding the bathroom. We talk about potential causes of toileting issues as well as how to solve them with details from our own experience.

Super Duper Pooper Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZDPCtKScH9w

We talk to Jonathan Kohlmeier, author of Learning to Play the Game: My Journey Through Silence. He tells us about his experience growing up with and overcoming Selective Mutism. See our Instagram and Facebook page for a chance to win a free copy of his book.

Find the book:

https://m.facebook.com/learningtoplaythegame

https://www.learningtoplaythegame.com

Contact Jonathan:

[email protected]

In this episode we discuss the pros and cons of using medication as part of treatment for Selective Mutism. As always, we share our personal experiences.

References:

https://www.kurtzpsychology.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/Medications-for-SM-Facts-Fears.pdf

https://www.selectivemutism.org/learn/faq/how-is-medication-used-in-the-treatment-of-sm/

https://childmind.org/article/when-should-medication-be-used-to-treat-selective-mutism/

This episode we examine Parent Child Interaction Therapy-SM and its effectiveness. Listen to learn effective ways of improving your interactions and increasing success in overcoming Selective Mutism while maintaining a trusting relationship.

References:

pcit.org

kurtzpsychology.com

PCIT Handbook by Cotter, Todd, & Brestan-Knight

2019 Article: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S088761851930091X