Ph.D., Christopher Kearney

Helping Children with Selective Mutism and Their Parents: A Guide for School-Based Professionals

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ISBN 13:
9780195394542
author:
Ph.D., Christopher Kearney
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Oxford University Press, U.S.A.
language:
English
Publication Year:
2010
Pages:
160
Dimensions:
22.6 x 15 x 1 cm
Genre:
Clinical psychology
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 5 working days
£29.88

Description

Helping Children with Selective Mutism and Their Parents: A Guide for School-based Professionals provides valuable insights into understanding and addressing this complex condition. Written for educators, school psychologists, and other professionals working with children who struggle to speak in certain situations, this guide offers practical advice on how to support these children's verbal participation. The book explores the nature of selective mutism, its common clinical manifestations, and evidence-based strategies to enhance a child's communication skills. It also provides guidance on working collaboratively with parents, preventing relapse, and tackling special issues. With easy-to-read content, visuals, handouts, case vignettes, and FAQs, this resource is essential for anyone facing children with selective mutism in their daily work. By providing a comprehensive understanding of selective mutism and practical strategies for support, this guide helps professionals make a positive impact on the lives of these children.

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