Main 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 Asperger syndrome and high-functioning autism; 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 also be downloaded and printed in a convenient 8 1/2 x 11 size .

Contents:

1. Introduction 2. Clinical Evaluation and Assessment of Social Skills 3. Types of Interventions and Adaptations for ASD 4. Social Skills Training Groups 5. Strategies for Use in the Classroom 6. Strategies for the Clinic 7. Promoting Social Skills Training at Home 8. Improving Social Competence beyond Childhood Appendix. Reproducible Forms Further Reading