Scarlett, 15, has selective mutism, a severe anxiety disorder that leaves people unable to speak in certain situations She says it can leave her feeling lonely and isolated as very few people know about the condition or how can it can affect people It got so overwhelming that aged 13 Scarlett stopped going to school and did not go back for almost two years, but she still dreams of performing on stage About one in 140 young people are affected by the condition, according to NHS estimates Read mor

Liam’s parents had never heard of selective mutism until Liam was diagnosed. For families who don't know where to turn, the Child Mind Institute has answers. | Child Mind Institute