Social Skills Training for Children with Asperger Syndrome and High-Functioning Autism
- ISBN-10
- 1609182111
- ISBN-13
- 9781609182113
- Category
- Psychology
- Pages
- 182
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2011-08-03
- Publisher
- Guilford Press
- Author
- Susan Williams White
Description
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.
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