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What I Wish I’d Asked Dr. Gabor Maté When I Had the Chance

Mad in America

He was talking about being abandoned for a month at the age of one because his mother was protecting his life during the Nazi occupation of Hungary. Past the “two major accidents a year through the age of six” as my father once confessed to the woman who would become my second wife? Is that even possible? This was no isolated incident.

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Selective Mutism: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options

Now Psych

Understanding selective mutism is essential for parents, educators, and mental health professionals who work with children. It is more common in girls than boys and typically appears before the age of five. The assessment should be conducted by a qualified mental health professional with expertise in SM.