Definition of mutism. : the condition of being unable to speak whether from physical, functional, or psychological cause.
Adolescents rushing to become adult have pushed the government reconsider the age of responsibility. Therefore, 21 is the age of responsibility taking account: decision making, impulse control and maturity. To begin with, the age of responsibility is defined by a persons decision making. Poor decisions at times lead teenagers to more dangerous/complicated situations.
ï· person 18 years of age or older who is responsible for the childâs welfare or who resides in the. same home as the child. Mandated reporters do not have to determine whether or not the person meets the definition of perpetrator. in order to make the report.