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.
No jurisdiction is established in the enforcement of child labor laws for employees who are 18 or older. Hazardous Occupations Codes. If you are 18 years old, you may work at any time in any job. If you are 16 or 17 years old, you may work in any occupation except those declared hazardous by the Secretary of Labor.