Social Skills Training for Children with Asperger Syndrome and High-Functioning Autism
Author | : Susan Williams White |
Publisher | : Guilford Press |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2013-12-09 |
ISBN-10 | : 1462515339 |
ISBN-13 | : 9781462515332 |
Rating | : 4/5 (39 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: This practical, research-based guide provides a wealth of tools and strategies for implementing social skills training in school or clinical settings. Numerous case examples illustrate common social difficulties experienced by children with high-functioning autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and Asperger syndrome; the impact on peer relationships, school performance, and behavior; and how social skills training can help. Chapters delve into the nuts and bolts of teaching and reinforcing core skills in classroom, small-group, or individual contexts, emphasizing ways to tailor interventions to each individual's needs. Reproducible forms and worksheets can be downloaded and printed in a convenient 8 1/2" x 11" size.