Preparing for Life: The Complete Guide for Transitioning to Adulthood for Those with Autism and Asperger's Syndrome

ISBN-13: 9781932565331 / Angielski / Miękka / 2006 / 357 str.

Jed Baker

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Typically, ASD high school graduates are unprepared for the transition to independence. Early, ongoing training in the social skills crucial to establishing successful adult relationships--in college, vocational school, residential living, or on the job--can help. He also guides readers through the legal, financial, educational, vocational, and community resources available after graduation. The essence of the book lies in the 73 -Skill Lessons- targeting:

• nonverbal communication
• empathy
• anger/anxiety management
• conversational skills
• employment-related skills

--which can be taught by parents, teachers, or professionals. This easy-to-follow resource offers a complete toolbox of social skills and the means to attain them.Helpful chapters include:

• Asperger's Syndrome, autism disorders, and the need for life skills training
• The transition process and the law
• College, Career and Residential Options Beyond High School: What parents can do to prepare their son or daughter (by Rick Blumberg,
• Ph.D.)
• Assessment of social skill needs
• Skill instruction strategies: Individual, small group, self-instruction
• Training peers to be more accepting of students on the spectrum
• Skill Lessons