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Young child lying quietly on a couch with a withdrawn, subdued expression

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By Young Sprouts Therapy | June 8, 2026

Selective Mutism in Children: When Your Child Talks at Home but Won't Speak at School

Does your child talk freely at home but go silent at school? Learn the signs, causes, and treatment of selective mutism, plus find help in Ontario.

A child therapist and young boy drawing together at a table with building blocks nearby — supportive, child-centred care for childhood OCD and anxiety in Vaughan, Ontario

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By Young Sprouts Therapy | May 19, 2026

Signs of OCD in Children: What Parents Often Miss (Beyond Handwashing)

OCD in kids often looks nothing like handwashing. A Vaughan therapist explains hidden signs of childhood OCD, the family accommodation trap, and ERP treatment.

Young girl daydreaming at her desk — a common but missed sign of ADHD in girls

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By Young Sprouts Therapy | May 13, 2026

Signs of ADHD in Girls: What Parents and Teachers Often Miss

ADHD in girls is often missed because it doesn't look like the "classic" boy presentation. A Vaughan therapist explains the signs, masking, and what to do next.