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Chapter 3 I suffer from severe selective mutism
Gasshuku
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Gasshuku - A Japanese word that means "lodging together."
My school hosted Gasshuku for fifth and sixth grade children many times. For most children, Gasshuku was one of the most pleasant event. But for me, it was painful event.
Being a child with selective mutism, I didn't like group activity like Gasshuku.
Besides, we had to take a bath together at night in Gasshuku. Being extremely shy, I was hesitant to get naked in front of a group.
(To be continued)
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