Do geniuses have selective mutism

Selective mutism is an anxiety disorder primarily seen in children, characterized by an inability to speak in certain social situations despite speaking in others. While it can occur in individuals of any intellectual level, including geniuses, it is not inherently linked to high intelligence. Geniuses may experience social anxiety or pressure, which could contribute to selective mutism, but this condition is more about anxiety than intelligence. Therefore, while some geniuses might have selective mutism, it is not a defining trait of their intellectual capacity.