Quiz on Selective Mutism

What is selective mutism primarily characterized by?

• Inability to speak in all situations

• Persistent failure to speak in select social settings

• Complete loss of speech ability

• Voluntary choice to remain silent

In which edition of the DSM is selective mutism classified?

• DSM-IV-TR

• DSM-V

• DSM-II

• DSM-III

What is the minimum duration for which selective mutism must be present for diagnosis?

• Six months

• One month

• Two weeks

• Three months

At what age does the onset of selective mutism typically occur?

• Between ages 1 and 2

• Between ages 3 and 6

• Between ages 7 and 10

• At birth

Which of the following is NOT a criterion for diagnosing selective mutism?

• Ability to speak comfortably at home

• Presence of a physical defect

• Presence of another communication disorder

• Failure to speak in specific contexts

What is one common nonmedication-based treatment for selective mutism?

• Electroconvulsive therapy

• Cognitive therapy

• Hypnotherapy

• Behavioral therapy

Which medication is commonly used to treat selective mutism?

• Sertraline

• Fluoxetine

• Citalopram

• Bupropion

What is the term used for the approach where children watch themselves speaking in a video?

• Self-modeling

• Contingency management

• Self-reinforcement

• Stimulus fading

Which of the following is a behavioral approach to treating selective mutism?

• Response initiation

• Art therapy

• Play therapy

• Family therapy

What was the original name given to selective mutism in the 19th century?

• Aphasia voluntaria

• Elective mutism

• Speech anxiety

• Social phobia