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The hidden world of selective aphasia: Why are children eloquent at home but mute at school?
In modern society, Selective Mutism has become an issue of increasing concern. Symptoms of this anxiety disorder often manifest in children having a complete inability to express themselves in certain social situations, even though they have the ability to speak. This situation is not detectable in the home environment, because these children can communicate normally with their families at home.
Selective aphasia is not a child's choice, but an uncontrollable reaction.
What is selective aphasia?
Selective aphasia often accompanies social anxiety disorder, which is characterized by the child being able to speak fluently in familiar environments and groups, but becoming completely silent when entering school or other unfamiliar social situations. Some studies have found that children with selective aphasia may remain silent for years at school, yet exhibit unusual eloquence at home and sometimes appear to be overly active in communication.
Causes and influencing factors
Although the exact cause of selective aphasia is not yet clear, many psychologists and researchers believe that it is related to an innate tendency to anxiety. Many children with selective aphasia have high emotional sensitivity and often feel uneasy and anxious in sudden social situations.
Excessive emotional sensitivity may be a key factor in these children's silence in unfamiliar situations.
Challenges in clinical diagnosis and understanding
Due to society's insufficient understanding of selective aphasia, many children's symptoms are not diagnosed in time. Most cases are ignored in schools, with many teachers and doctors mistaking them for ordinary shyness or unsociability. This prevents children's potential problems from being discovered in the early stages of learning, and professional assistance and early intervention fail to achieve the desired results.
Treatment and Treatment Plans
There are currently many methods for treating selective aphasia, including behavioral therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy and other psychological therapies. Experts suggest that early intervention and an appropriate supportive environment are crucial to the growth of these children. The earlier this symptom is identified and treated, the greater the chance that the child's ability to participate in social interactions will improve.
Early treatment can significantly improve children's ability to overcome social anxiety.
Success stories and future hopes
With professional help, some children gradually overcome selective aphasia and resume normal social activities and expression skills. Their success stories are not only inspiring to parents and professionals, but also proof that with appropriate treatment and support, children can regain their confidence. These stories not only changed their lives, but also affected the people around them, making them learn how to be more understanding and tolerant of these children who faced challenges.
So, how to find a balance between school and home so that children can express themselves when they need to and are no longer constrained by selective aphasia?
