EP59 of the Unspoken Words podcast features a live chat with parents at August 2025 CommuniCamp.
In the episode, Dr. Elisa Shipon-Blum and three participating parents discuss strategies for a positive start to the school year, navigating the bathroom issue at school, what to do when your child refuses to go to school and more.
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Chapters:
(5:47) Strategies for Positive Start to School Year
(17:41) Every Child’s Needs at School are Different
(23:33) Navigating the Bathroom at School
(30:15) Effective Ways to Encourage Communication at School
(41:27) What to do when your child refuses to go to school
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Share our upcoming Selective Mutism In The School Virtual Conference with your child or teen’s school staff. 5.5 CEs/CEUs are available.
Learn more about CommuniCamp, our 3+ day intensive group treatment and ALL DAY parent training & support program
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