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5c Handout I have selective mutism cards

 

I have selective mutism. This means I am not able to speak in some situations.

I can still understand everything you say to me and can communicate in other ways.

For more information visit: www.selectivemutism.org.uk

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I have situational mutism. This means I am not able to speak in some situations.

I can still understand everything you say to me and can communicate in other ways.

For more information visit: www.selectivemutism.org.uk

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I have situational mutism.

Situational mutism is an extreme anxiety disorder that affects 7 in 1000 people. This condition prevents us from talking in some situations. If I am unable to talk, I am not choosing to not answer, but it is due to my anxiety. I can still hear and understand everything you say to me and can communicate in other ways.

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Please can you help me findā€¦

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Please could we communicate by writing things down?

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I have a condition which prevents me from speaking out loud in some situations.

I can still understand everything you say to me and can communicate in other ways.

For more information visit: www.selectivemutism.org.uk

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I am finding this a bit overwhelming due to noise/people around/busyness.Ā  Please could I take a break/ go outside for a moment.

Please could I write down my answer/response?

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Please can I haveā€¦

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Please could I write down my answer/response?

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I am working on increasing the number of situations I can speak in. I may not be able to speak to you now but I will be able to speak to you one day so do not be surprised when I do!