Living Beyond the Silence: Learning to Overcome Selective Mutism, Severe Shyness

Description: Living Beyond the Silence by Gaye James Journey through the eyes of a mother raising a child with selective mutism learning to find his voice and communicate with the world. Gaye James offers hope for overcoming the anxiety. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description UNLOCK THE MYSTERY OF SELECTIVE MUTISM, SHED THE LIES, AND DISCOVER A NEW PATH OF OVERCOMING THE SPEECH PARALYZING ANXIETY DISORDER!Imagine being frozen by fear and unable to make a sound when around others. This is the everyday nightmare a person with selective mutism lives; unable to break the silence. In Living Beyond the Silence, you will uncover the secrets of this debilitating anxiety. - Discover selective mutism - Journey through the eyes of a mother raising a child with the disorder - Discover strategies for overcoming this anxiety and communicating with the worldThere is hope for recovery from this speech-paralyzing disorder. Author Biography Gaye James has lived through the struggles of selective mutism by raising a child with the voice-paralyzing anxiety. Helping her son along his path of overcoming selective mutism has inspired her to reach out and advocate for others suffering from the same disorder. Gaye spent the first half of her career helping people learn to walk through physical therapy, working as a licensed physical therapist assistant. Now, she is using the power of words to help others learn to overcome their internal fear and communicate. Gaye lives in Dayton, Ohio with her husband and enjoys hiking, spending time with her friends, photography, and geocaching. Her two adult sons live nearby. At present, the only grandchildren are two adorable furry four-legged felines named Woodford and Hamilton. Review "As a parent, Gaye James shares her journey with the reader as a mother of a child with selective mutism. Living Beyond the Silence allows the reader to gain insight into the daily lives of such children, the developmental course of the condition, and the experiences of caregivers devoted to helping them overcome this often misunderstood anxiety disorder."-Angela E. McHolm, Ph.D., Helping Your Child with Selective Mutism: Practical Steps to Overcome a Fear of Speaking"Selective mutism is a relatively rare anxiety disorder typically found in young children. If left untreated, the mute behavior can be unintentionally reinforced and thus increasingly difficult to treat. Gaye James, the author of Living Beyond the Silence, shares her story to raise awareness of this disorder." -Myra Cotton-Thomas, Ed.S., NCSP, Public School Psychologist"Living Beyond the Silence gives a unique perspective of selective mutism from a parents viewpoint. Gaye takes you on the journey through the disorder as she shares her experiences raising a child with selective mutism. A mothers perspective is so imperative to helping others. I have had the personal advantage of knowing both Gaye and her son, Trevor. And I am thrilled to be a part of this new adventure." -Heather L Hensley, M.S., CCC, SLP (Speech Language Pathologist)In Living Beyond the Silence, Gaye James seeks to raise awareness of selective mutism. By sharing her own beautifully written and engaging story, her book will undoubtedly provide much needed understanding and encouragement to families seeking help for a child struggling in silence. -Sue Bingham Herring, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Board-Certified Expert in Traumatic Stress, author of The Scent of Safety - A Novel"By sharing her struggles raising a child with selective mutism, Gaye James is helping bring awareness to the debilitating disorder. Her parental viewpoint offers an inside look at the anxiety and gives hope to others."-Carol Weinert, LPCC (Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor)"In Living Beyond the Silence, Gaye James does an outstanding job of spreading awareness about selective mutism. As a veteran teacher, I have worked with several students who have selective mutism. Gayes book is an excellent resource for both parents and teachers alike. I highly recommend this enlightening, compassionate book." -Staci Montgomery, teacher, Harold Schnell Elementary"Young children need advocates, especially when they struggle with misunderstood issues. Gaye James is advocating for those struggling with selective mutism by writing her book, Living Beyond the Silence. Using her own experience as an example, she is educating the public and bringing awareness to the disorder."-Tanya Rowe, B.S., Human Services Management Details ISBN1647465133 Author Gaye James Short Title Living Beyond the Silence Publisher Author Academy Elite Language English Year 2020 ISBN-10 1647465133 ISBN-13 9781647465131 Format Paperback Publication Date 2020-11-18 Subtitle Learning to Overcome Selective Mutism, Severe Shyness, and Other Childhood Anxieties Pages 222 UK Release Date 2020-11-18 Imprint Author Academy Elite Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:130301196;

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