Michael speaks perfectly fine while at home, but his teacher complains that he does not speak while at school. This is an example of:

a. Social anxiety disorder
b. Generalized anxiety disorder
c. Selective mutism
d. Anxiety sensitivity


Ans: c. Selective mutism

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