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Elective mutism: A rare psychiatric disorder where a child chooses not to speak in a social setting even though they are capable of speaking and often do so at home. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Elective mutism is available below.
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Prognosis for Elective mutism: usually only persists for weeks or months
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