Documentary On Selective Mutism Anxiety Disorder Screening At Homewood Library

HOMEWOOD, IL — Members of the public are invited to attend a screening of a documentary tackling a specific anxiety disorder impacting children.

Directed by Eve Keepings de Jesus, the film "Selective Mutism: Getting the Word Out" explores the experiences of children living with selective mutism, a complex anxiety disorder that affects speech in social settings.

The showing will be only the third public screening of the documentary. It will be followed by a Q&A with the director.

The film will be screened on Tuesday, Nov. 4 at 7 p.m., at Homewood Public Library, 17917 Dixie Highway, Homewood.

The event is free and open to the public—an opportunity to learn, share, and raise awareness about the topic.