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Treating selective mutism using modular CBT for child anxiety: a case study.

Erin T Reuther1, Thompson E Davis, Brittany N Moree

  • 1Department of Psychology, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA 70803, USA. etarcz1@tigers.lsu.edu

Journal of Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychology : the Official Journal for the Society of Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychology, American Psychological Association, Division 53
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This case study shows Modular Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy effectively treated an 8-year-old boy with selective mutism. Symptoms significantly improved, and the child no longer met diagnostic criteria post-treatment.

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Area of Science:

  • Child Psychology
  • Clinical Psychiatry

Background:

  • Selective mutism is a rare childhood disorder with limited evidence-based treatment options.
  • Developing effective interventions for selective mutism presents a significant clinical challenge.

Observation:

  • An 8-year-old Caucasian boy diagnosed with selective mutism was treated using Modular Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (Chorpita, 2007).
  • The intervention comprised 21 sessions covering psychoeducation, exposure, cognitive restructuring, social skills, and relapse prevention.

Findings:

  • The client exhibited substantial symptom reduction, confirmed by fear hierarchy, self/parent reports, and clinical interviews.
  • At treatment conclusion, the child no longer met diagnostic criteria for selective mutism.
  • Symptom improvements were sustained at 1-month and 6-month follow-ups.

Implications:

  • Modular Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy is a viable evidence-based treatment for selective mutism in children.
  • This case study supports the use of established anxiety treatments for selective mutism.
  • Further research into modular CBT for selective mutism is warranted.