Other Selective mutism

[MyWillow]

I freaking love science. Although apparently my subconscious begs to differ of late lol

 

[watundah]

Spent many school years as an SM. Took decades to discover it, and to find it is a serious disorder and I wasnt just a freak. Ive read conflicting info that it isnt a sign of abuse, but then had two Ts tell me it is. I suppose it could be a response to social anxiety brought on by abuse?