Play dates can be an effective way for a child with Selective Mutism to start talking to friends and classmates. But, there are certain strategies that parents need to be aware of to make the most out of a playdate. 

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*This episode made me very emotional thinking about these memories. This caused me to misspeak at one point. I should have said "open ended" question instead of "open choice" question while playing the game Candy Land.