Product Description

Finally a social skills program that covers all the bases!

Whether it's learning how long one can look at somebody without being accused of staring; how to shift topics, despite one's desire to stick with that all-consuming special interest; how to say no to peer pressure; or dealing with a sensitive topic - it's all here...and more. In this comprehensive and user-friendly book, the author translates years of experience working with students with Asperger Syndrome and social-communication difficulties. After brief introductory chapters on skills to target, instructional strategies, behavior management, promoting generalization, etc., as well as a special chapter by Brenda Smith Myles on relevant characteristics of autism spectrum disorders, the reader is presented with the essence of this must-have resource: 70 of the skills that most commonly cause difficulty for individuals with autism spectrum disorders and social-communication problems. The presentation of each skill consists of a reproducible skill handout, as well as activity sheets listing ways teachers and parents can demonstrate, practice, and reinforce the skill in the classroom and at home. A concluding chapter on promoting peer acceptance offers sensitivity training programs for both students of various age groups and school staff, making this a complete social skills training package for students of all ages.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #17397 in Books
• Published on: 2003-05-21
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 240 pages

Review
Dr. Baker's clinical expertise and personal concern for individuals with Asperger Syndrome is evident throughout this wonderful book. -- Suzanne Buchanan, Psy.D., BCBA, and Jenna Miller, M.A.T., The New Jersey Center for Outreach and Services for the Autism Community (COSAC)

If you've been searching for a social skills curriculum that really works, you've found it! -- Lori Shery, president and cofounder, Asperger Syndrome Education Network (ASPEN)

This very user-friendly book provides a wealth of ready-to-use activities for both parents and educators. -- Diane Adreon, assoc. dir., Center for Autism and Related Disabilities, University of Miami

About the Author
JED BAKER, Ph.D., is a clinical psychologist with over 12 years' experience leading therapeutic groups with children, adults, and families. He is a behavioral consultant for several New Jersey School systems, providing social skills training for students with pervasive developmental disorders and learning disabilities. In addition, he writes, lectures, and provides training throughout the North East on social skills training for individuals with Asperger Syndrome and related pervasive developmental disorders.

Customer Reviews

Great book!
The book is very easy, practical and informative! I work with children with autism and aspergers and recommend the book.

Great book!
This book has step by step instructions on social skills and I love the easy to read and teach format. I don't know if my son has Asperger's, but he really struggles with social skills and this has been a great help to us.

very practical workbook
I found this book very useful. It lists skills a child should have, which are so inherent to those who don't have this probelm, they are actually hard to think of on your own. For each skill it gives examples and ways to encourage gaining the skill. Every parent whose child's social skills aren't up to par with their peers will benefit from this book.