Unspoken Words: A Selective Mutism Podcast by Dr. Elisa Shipon-Blum BONUS EP: Live Q&A Panel @ CommuniCamp
This bonus episode features a live Q&A panel that was recorded at a recent CommuniCamp. In this episode, Dr. Elisa Shipon Blum moderates a five-guest panel of former patients and parents of patients who share their journey overcoming Selective Mutism. The Q&A panel is one of our most popular sessions at CommuniCamp. It offers camp attendees much needed support and hope.
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Timestamps:
(1:17) Panelist Intros
- Nick (patient)
- Glenda’s Intro (parent)
- Alex’s Intro (patient)
- Sophie’s Intro (patient)
- Rachel’s Intro (parent)
(10:29) Key strategies that helped panelists beat Selective Mutism
(14:45) Anxiety associated when making progress
(22:46) How to navigate sibling relationships
(28:45) Staying motivated to continue treatment after CommuniCamp
(32:17) How to know when you need help
(34:22) The role of teachers
(46:50) Struggling with schoolwork + asking for help at school when needed
(50:05) Handling pushback from school staff regarding accommodation and treatment
(52:33) Dealing with peer pressure and bullying
(56:07) Telling school peers about battle with SM
(1:00:14) Struggling with depression
(1:03:10) Advice to children and teens with SM
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Ask Dr. E any questions you may have from the episode.
Learn more about the host, Dr. Elisa Shipon-Blum
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This podcast was made possible thanks to New Edition Consulting
For all podcast inquiries please contact Dakota Hornak at dhornak@selectivemutismcenter.org