EPISODE · Dec 17, 2025
Selective Mutism
from Kids Health Cast · host Weill Cornell Medicine
Dr. Lauren Webb discusses selective mutism, an often misunderstood childhood anxiety disorder. She shares critical insights on how it manifests, the age of onset, and the importance of early intervention with effective treatment options. She also helps parents understand how to differentiate the disorder from shyness experienced by kids.To schedule with Dr. Lauren Webb
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Dr. Lauren Webb discusses selective mutism, an often misunderstood childhood anxiety disorder. She shares critical insights on how it manifests, the age of onset, and the importance of early intervention with effective treatment options. She also helps parents understand how to differentiate the disorder from shyness experienced by kids.To schedule with Dr. Lauren Webb
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