mutism

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She also has selective mutism, driven by anxiety.

From BBC • Jun. 23, 2025

Scarlett, from Flintshire, has selective mutism, a severe anxiety disorder that leaves people unable to speak in certain situations and left her off school for two years.

From BBC • Oct. 27, 2024

"We are also developing resources aimed at parents and teaching staff to provide universal and targeted support for children with selective mutism."

From BBC • Oct. 27, 2024

Researchers also noted that PAG lesions, in particular, case mutism in humans — indicating the essential role the area plays in vocal communication.

From Salon • Jan. 8, 2024

When deafness is associated with mutism, he thinks it is often due merely to the inattention of the stuporous state.

From Benign Stupors A Study of a New Manic-Depressive Reaction Type by MacCurdy, John T. (John Thompson)