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 Midlands Eagle  15 Jul 21 7.34am |
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Originally posted by Spiderman
as I previously stated I suggested hypnotherapy but too expensive for them. I know nothing about hypnotherapy but looking online and a session seems to average £60-£70 I don't know how many sessions one would need but is that sort of sum too expensive?
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| Spiderman Horsham 15 Jul 21 7.56am |
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Originally posted by Midlands Eagle
I know nothing about hypnotherapy but looking online and a session seems to average £60-£70 I don't know how many sessions one would need but is that sort of sum too expensive? For her parents possibly. Her dad lost his job during COVID and her mum works for the Council. I will try again to persuade, not a lot else I can do. I think they may be to proud to accept an offer if payment from me, although this may be something for me to suggest. Edited by Spiderman (15 Jul 2021 7.57am)
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Nzpalace  Selwyn 15 Jul 21 8.37am |
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Hi. Yeah my daughter has select mutism, was diagnosed a few years ago. It has been a fight to get the diagnosis and even more of a fight to get help. So me and the Mrs always here to help others where we can. So if like send me a PM and we can flick you over some info or answer questions you have. Also we were dealing with very helpful lady over here in NZ who was doing PhD in select mutism. I believe she is or has actually moved back to UK so we might be able to pass her details onto you. Edited by Nzpalace (15 Jul 2021 8.42am)
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| Midlands Eagle 15 Jul 21 8.37am |
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Originally posted by Spiderman
it is a strange scenario to understand. Her neighbours just complain as to how rude she is, when she does not talk to them. That's true as there are no outward signs of any medical condition so people don't understand that there may be a hidden one. My lad has exactly the same problem and won't even make eye contact with people that he doesn't know
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| orpingtoneagle Orpington 15 Jul 21 8.52am |
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Originally posted by Spiderman
Thanks, her parents really have tried with their GP, who just shouted at the girl ( very helpful). Her mum even contacted the MP, who seemed to take an interest but then COVID struck. My concern is the older she gets the more difficult it becomes. I will bring the subject up again with them, and see how it goes. No problem at all. GP's are as others have said always really under the cosh and can't know everything. I actually mentioned this to my wife who said get a speech and language therapy referral ASAP but also said contact the Sellective Mutism Association a charity that really can help. Wish you all well and hope this can get some professional support
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| Spiderman Horsham 15 Jul 21 9.50am |
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Originally posted by orpingtoneagle
No problem at all. GP's are as others have said always really under the cosh and can't know everything. I actually mentioned this to my wife who said get a speech and language therapy referral ASAP but also said contact the Sellective Mutism Association a charity that really can help. Wish you all well and hope this can get some professional support Many thanks and thank your wife for me, I will certainly pass the details on and hopefully things will work out.
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cryrst  The garden of England 15 Jul 21 10.29am |
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Just a point. Have you all considered learning sign language. Firstly it will enable you to communicate and secondly it may open up avenues for employment. Edited by cryrst (15 Jul 2021 10.32am)
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ASCPFC  Pro-Cathedral/caravan park 16 Jul 21 11.23am |
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Best of luck with this Spider. I hope it works out for the best in the end.
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| silvertop Portishead 17 Jul 21 7.50pm |
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Is not the term Elective Mute? There's bound to be a help group who's details are online??
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| Spiderman Horsham 17 Jul 21 8.00pm |
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Originally posted by silvertop
Is not the term Elective Mute? There's bound to be a help group who's details are online?? Nope definitely Selective Mutism
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| BlueJay UK 18 Jul 21 12.04am |
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Originally posted by Spiderman
I don’t think it is an embarrassment thing, although she has told our son she has a funny voice ( which apparently she hasn’t) this is now probably being used as as excuse. It is most definitely a mind over matter issue. Unfortunately I find it difficult at times but would obviously never say anything out of turn. My concern is that my son is now her comfort cushion and she may not feel the need to try and obtain treatment, although they claim she does want to. I'd not heard of this condition, though can see why it would be so difficult for both her and those around here. From a bit of reading up really it sounds like an extreme form of social anxiety (based on certain settings) where there are occasional exceptions to the rule. In a sense she's done well to find your son, as it can't have been easy for her to let someone in. Here's hoping that somehow she eventually is able to do the same with others.
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| Spiderman Horsham 18 Jul 21 8.18am |
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Originally posted by BlueJay
I'd not heard of this condition, though can see why it would be so difficult for both her and those around here. From a bit of reading up really it sounds like an extreme form of social anxiety (based on certain settings) where there are occasional exceptions to the rule. In a sense she's done well to find your son, as it can't have been easy for her to let someone in. Here's hoping that somehow she eventually is able to do the same with others. Thank you for your kind words. She does have some close friends who she can converse with as she does with her close family. Unfortunately I fear it may have been left too long to obtain suitable treatment but I can only hope, as I do not know what the future will hold for the 2 of them
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