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.
Parental Responsibility is only lost when: 1  The child reaches 18 years of age (16 in Scotland). 2  If it is brought to an end on application to a Court by the person having it or in the case of a step-parent on. 3  the application to a Court of any person with Parental. 4  Responsibility. 5  If another person adopts the child.