Mutism often indicates a psychological issue when used in medical context.

Psychological Roots

Selective mutism is a condition where a person speaks only in certain situations or to specific people.

Selective Speech

'Mutism' should not be confused with shyness; it's often more severe and complex.

Not Shyness

Mutism can be a deliberate and powerful protest tactic to draw attention to a cause.

Protest Strategy

In political contexts, mutism symbolizes the suppression of voices or censorship.

Symbolic Silence

Mutism in protests is not apathy; it expresses a strong message without words.

Not Indifference

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Using poetry as a way to...

 OCD and selective mutism. That basically means I only speak when I think it's necessary - now is one of those moments.