Peers(r) for Young Adults: Social Skills Training for Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Other Social Challenges (Laugeson Elizabeth)(Paperback)

Peers(r) for Young Adults: Social Skills Training for Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Other Social Challenges (Laugeson Elizabeth)(Paperback)

PEERS(r) for Young Adults presents the first evidence-based group treatment program for young adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder, as well as other neurodevelopmental disorders and social challenges. Inside, readers will find a critical step forward in the dissemination of effective behavioral

The the Peers Curriculum for School-Based Professionals: Social Skills Training for Adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder (Laugeson Elizabeth A.)(Paperback)

This title brings UCLA's highly acclaimed and widely popular PEERS program into the school setting. This 16-week program, clinically proven to significantly improve social skills and social interactions among teens with autism spectrum disorder, is now customized for the needs of psychologists,

The Science of Making Friends: Helping Socially Challenged Teens and Young Adults [With DVD] (Laugeson Elizabeth)(Paperback)

The groundbreaking book that puts the focus on teens and young adults with social challenges This book offers parents a step-by-step guide to making and keeping friends for teens and young adults with social challenges--such as those diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, bipolar, or other

Teaching Social Communication to Children with Autism and Other Developmental Delays, Second Edition: The Project Impact Manual for Parents (Ingersoll Brooke)(Paperback)

For young children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and others who have challenges in interacting and communicating, early intervention is key--and parents can play a vital role. Developed through work with hundreds of families, this book presents engaging, evidence-based techniques for

Learning about Friendship: Stories to Support Social Skills Training in Children with Asperger Syndrome and High Functioning Autism (Al-Ghani Haitham)(Paperback)

Making friends can be a challenge for all children, but those with autistic spectrum disorder (ASD) can struggle more than most. This collection of ten fully-illustrated stories explores friendship issues encountered by children with ASD aged four to eight and looks at how they can be overcome

The New Social Story Book: Over 150 Social Stories That Teach Everyday Social Skills to Children and Adults with Autism and Their Peers (Gray Carol)(Paperback)

Since the early '90s, Carol Gray's world-famous Social Stories have helped thousands of children with autism spectrum disorders. This 15th Anniversary Edition of her best-selling book offers ready-to-use stories that parents and educators have depended on for years--with new sections added

Social Skills Success for Students with Autism / Asperger's: Helping Adolescents on the Spectrum to Fit in (Frankel Fred)(Paperback)

The only evidence-based program available for teaching social skills to adolescents with autism spectrum disorders Two nationally known experts in friendship formation and anxiety management address the social challenges faced by adolescents with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). The book helps

Social Skills for Teenagers and Adults with Asperger's Syndrome: A Practical Guide to Day-To-Day Life (Patrick Nancy J.)(Paperback)

This resource provides practical strategies for helping teenagers and adults with Asperger Syndrome to navigate social skills, friendships and relationships at home and in the community. The author offers advice and useful strategies for tackling day-to-day problems such as visits to the dentist or

Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Second Edition (Gaus Valerie L.)(Pevná vazba)

Now revised and expanded, this is the leading resource for psychotherapists working with adults who have autism spectrum disorder (ASD) without significant cognitive and language impairments (also known as Asperger syndrome). Valerie L. Gaus shows how to adapt the proven techniques of

I Think I Might Be Autistic: A Guide to Autism Spectrum Disorder Diagnosis and Self-Discovery for Adults (Kim Cynthia)(Paperback)

Sex and Relationships Education for Young People and Adults with Intellectual Disabilities and Autism (Burns Jan)(Paperback)

Sex and Relationships Education for Young People and Adults with Intellectual Disabilities and Autism provides practical guidance for professionals working with, and parents or carers of, people with co-occurring autism and intellectual disabilities, on how to deliver and adapt sex and

Social Work with Autistic People: Essential Knowledge, Skills and the Law for Working with Children and Adults (Dunn Yo)(Paperback)

This book will help social workers and practitioners to find achievable solutions to support autistic people - including those with complex needs - to live fulfilling lives in their communities. Far too many autistic people are currently in inappropriate institutional placements, putting their

I Am Special: A Workbook to Help Children, Teens and Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders to Understand Their Diagnosis, Gain Confi (Vermeulen Peter)(Paperback)

I am Special is a proven programme for helping children, teens and adults on the autism spectrum to understand themselves and their diagnosis, gain confidence and thrive. Peter Vermeulen describes in-depth the theory and research behind the programme, and explains how to use it in practice. He

Relationship-Based Social Work with Adults (Dix Heidi)(Paperback)

A guide to relationship-based practice for social work with

Early Intervention Games: Fun, Joyful Ways to Develop Social and Motor Skills in Children with Autism Spectrum or Sensory Processing Disorders (Sher Barbara)(Paperback)

A resource of fun games for parents or teachers to help young children learn social and motor skills Barbara Sher, an expert occupational therapist and teacher, has written a handy resource filled with games to play with young children who have Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or other sensory

The Hidden Curriculum of Getting and Keeping a Job: Navigating the Social Landscape of Employment: A Guide for Individuals with Autism Spectrum and Ot (Myles Brenda Smith)(Paperback)

Adults on the spectrum often have difficulty getting and keeping a job that is unrelated to their job skills. This practical and easy-to-use book provides necessary yet often untaught information on a variety of topics related to getting a job, finding a mentor, networking, using agencies,

Sensory Issues for Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (Heffernan Diarmuid)(Paperback)

Understanding sensory issues can be the key to overcoming them. Using this practical guide, individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs) can begin to understand their sensory difficulties and learn how to create a tailored plan for overcoming specific everyday challenges. Learn how the senses

Social Skills Training for Children with Asperger Syndrome and High-Functioning Autism (White Susan Williams)(Paperback)

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

How to Talk with Friends: A Step-by-Step Social Skills Curriculum for Children with Autism (Toole Janine)(Paperback)

Making friends and maintaining friendships is a struggle for learners with Autism, Asperger's and similar social skills challenges. Often these children lack the conversation skills needed to communicate and engage with their peers.This hands-on manual is your step-by-step guide to helping your

The Autism Fitness Handbook: An Exercise Program to Boost Body Image, Motor Skills, Posture and Confidence in Children and Teens with Autism Spectr (Shore Stephen M.)(Paperback)

Designed to address specific areas of difficulty for children, teens and young adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), the 46 exercises in this comprehensive program are proven to improve body image, motor coordination, posture, muscular and cardiovascular fitness. The boost to confidence,

101 Positive Steps Toward Employment with Autism: Social Skills for the Workplace (Tew Lisa)(Paperback)

This book is for parents and professionals who are guiding adolescents and young adult children with high functioning autism or Asperger's toward employment and independence.Employers are looking for employees who are positive. Employers may list specific 'hard' or technical skills that they want

Successful Social Stories(tm) for Young Children with Autism: Growing Up with Social Stories(tm) (Timmins Siobhan)(Paperback)

Social Stories(TM) are acknowledged as a very successful way of teaching concepts and social understanding to children with autism spectrum disorders, but considerable skill is needed to write the most effective story. This clear and engaging book introduces ways of thinking about the issues your

Our Brains Are Like Computers!: Exploring Social Skills and Social Cause and Effect with Children on the Autism Spectrum (Shaul Joel)(Paperback)

This highly visual social skills book uses computer metaphors and visual diagrams to help children on the autism spectrum to understand how their words and actions can affect other people. Easily identifiable computing and social networking metaphors are used to explain how memories are saved in

Total English Pre-Intermediate Workbook with Key (Clare Antonia)(Paperback / softback)

Total English is a new course for young adults and adults. It provides solutions to the challenges teachers and students face every day with a complete package of effective, easy-to-use