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Hi—my experience with selective mutism
Hi, my name is Marvin. I'm sharing my experience of living with and now overcoming selective mutism throughout my life. My earliest...
Marvin Turner
Jun 10, 20247 min read
Studying SM and Understanding it.
Introduction When four-year-old Chloe was told by her preschool teacher that she had finally spoken at school after nearly eight months of silence, her parents felt a profound mix of relief and confusion. Their daughter spoke perfectly at home—she was talkative, engaged, and articulate. Yet at school, she remained completely silent. This scenario describes selective mutism (SM), a complex childhood anxiety disorder that often goes unrecognised and misunderstood by both parent
Marvin Turner
Oct 2610 min read


SM Documentaries and Stories
Hi, I've collated some of my favourite documentaries or stories, the ones that I first found long ago and emotionally resonated with....
Marvin Turner
Jul 183 min read
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