mutism

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Niamh Foy was just three years old when she was diagnosed with selective mutism, a severe anxiety disorder which affected her ability to speak.

From BBC

The twins are notorious in British culture for having selective mutism.

From Washington Times

In a new book about Greta Thunberg, the Swedish climate activist’s family describes the teen's struggles as a child, including selective mutism, an eating disorder and an autism diagnosis.

From Fox News

She has been diagnosed with Aspergers and has at various times experienced depression, anxiety and selective mutism.

From The Guardian

Daniel also suffers with selective mutism, an anxiety disorder that affects the ability to speak and communicate.

From BBC