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.
The person must be: Under 21 years of age. At least 21 years of age, but under 23 years of age who meets the criteria for a student set forth in definition #35 line e. Incapable of self-support because of a mental or physical incapacity that occurred while the person was considered a dependent ward of the member.