Social Skills Training for Children with Asperger Syndrome and High-Functioning Autism

By Susan Williams White

Book Overview

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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1462515339
• ISBN13: 9781462515332
• Release Date: December 2013
• Publisher: Guilford Publications
• Length: 182 Pages
• Weight: 0.66 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 8.9"