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OverviewThis 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. Ten reproducible forms and worksheets can also be downloaded and printed in a convenient 8 1/2"" x 11"" size (www.guilford.com/p/white2). This book will be invaluable to clinical and school psychologists; counselors; social workers; child and adolescent psychiatrists; elementary and secondary special educators and classroom teachers. It may also serve as a supplemental text in graduate-level courses. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Susan Williams White (Virginia Tech, United States) , Katherine Briccetti , Lauren Hutto , Carla MazefskyPublisher: Guilford Publications Imprint: Guilford Publications Dimensions: Width: 15.20cm , Height: 1.80cm , Length: 22.90cm Weight: 0.390kg ISBN: 9781609182090ISBN 10: 160918209 Pages: 182 Publication Date: 19 July 2011 Audience: Professional and scholarly , College/higher education , Professional & Vocational , Tertiary & Higher Education Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: To order  Stock availability from the supplier is unknown. We will order it for you and ship this item to you once it is received by us. Table of ContentsReviewsWhat sets this book apart from other social skills manuals is its flexibility; it provides a guiding framework that can be easily adapted to any client or student's needs. White has integrated useful information on a variety of treatment approaches into a cutting-edge synthesis of the best available research and clinical practices. She addresses everything from how to understand and measure target behaviors to how to structure sessions for success, the type of content to cover, and specific strategies to employ. Many case examples make the information easy to understand, and handouts are provided that can be utilized in treatment or teaching. The end result is a book that is very comprehensive and easy to apply -- a 'must read' for anyone doing social skills intervention with children with ASD! -- Carla A. Mazefsky, Department of Psychiatry, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, USA White's writing reflects an abundance of clinical experience with children and youth with ASD. The book is filled with examples and vignettes illustrating the principles and practices of social skills intervention. This book is a valuable resource for therapists, school-based clinicians, and teachers. It contains a wealth of specific intervention strategies, exercises, and worksheets to aid in the assessment and instruction of social skills. It also will be useful as a text in courses preparing clinicians and educators to work with children and youth with ASD. -- Donald Oswald, Department of Psychiatry, Virginia Commonwealth University, USA Backed by cutting-edge research and considerable clinical experience, White takes the theoretical and makes it practical. The book offers rationales behind tailor-made training methods for individuals and groups and provides a variety of templates and handouts for use with students and their parents. Whether you want to understand the greatest challenges facing students with autism and related conditions, or you want practical strategies you can start using today, this book should hold a prominent place on your desk. - Katherine A. Briccetti, school psychologist, Piedmont (California) Unified School District, USA The book is filled with examples and vignettes illustrating the principles and practices of social skills intervention. This book is a valuable resource for therapists, school-based clinicians, and teachers. It contains a wealth of specific intervention strategies, exercises, and worksheets to aid in the assessment and instruction of social skills. It also will be useful as a text in courses preparing clinicians and educators to work with children and youth with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). - Donald Oswald, Department of Psychiatry, Virginia Commonwealth University, USA Backed by cutting-edge research and considerable clinical experience, White takes the theoretical and makes it practical. The book offers rationales behind tailor-made training methods for individuals and groups and provides a variety of templates and handouts for use with students and their parents. Whether you want to understand the greatest challenges facing students with autism and related conditions, or you want practical strategies you can start using today, this book should hold a prominent place on your desk. - Katherine A. Briccetti, school psychologist, Piedmont (California) Unified School District, USA The book is filled with examples and vignettes illustrating the principles and practices of social skills intervention. This book is a valuable resource for therapists, school-based clinicians, and teachers. It contains a wealth of specific intervention strategies, exercises, and worksheets to aid in the assessment and instruction of social skills. It also will be useful as a text in courses preparing clinicians and educators to work with children and youth with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). - Donald Oswald, Department of Psychiatry, Virginia Commonwealth University, USA Author InformationSusan Williams White, PhD, Department of Psychology, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, USA Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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