How is selective mutism diagnosed?

Selective mutism is diagnosed through a combination of behavioural observation, parent interviews, and input from educators. A clinician—such as a child psychologist, paediatrician, or speech pathologist—will:

• Assess the child’s ability to speak in comfortable settings
• Review developmental, medical, and family history
• Rule out speech/language disorders or other conditions
• Compare behaviour against DSM-5 diagnostic criteria.

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