EP28 of the Unspoken Words podcast features an in-depth discussion on the buddy process, an important and effective accommodation to help children and teens with Selective Mutism build comfort in the classroom.

In the episode, Dr. E and Jen explain what the buddy process is, why it’s so important, what to do when the school isn’t cooperating, and much, much more.

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This podcast was produced by New Edition Consulting (neweditionconsulting.co)

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Chapters:

(2:59) Explaining the Buddy Process

(6:22) Why the Buddy Process is so important and how to set your child up for success

(20:26) What if the school can't implement the buddy process?

(29:19) How the buddy process evolves as your child gets older

(36:06) Next steps once child's buddies are in place and working

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