Selective Mutism
An episode of the Kids Health Cast podcast, hosted by Weill Cornell Medicine, titled "Selective Mutism" was published on December 17, 2025.
December 17, 2025 · Kids Health Cast
Summary
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
Episode Description

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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