Peer Play and the Autism Spectrum

Peer Play and the Autism Spectrum

Author: Pamela J. Wolfberg

Publisher: AAPC Publishing

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 290

ISBN-13: 9781931282178

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Phase 1. Embracing the spirit of play - - phase 2. Setting the stage for play - - phase 3. Observing children at play - - phase 4. Guided participation in play.


Play and Social Skills for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Play and Social Skills for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Author: Marjorie H. Charlop

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2018-03-06

Total Pages: 177

ISBN-13: 3319725009

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This book discusses the deficits in the development and presentation of play behavior and social skills that are considered central characteristics of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The book explains why play provides an important context for social interactions and how its absence can further exacerbate social deficits over time. It highlights the critical roles of social skills in development, and the social, cognitive, communication, and motor components of play. Chapters offer conceptually and empirically sound play and social skills interventions for children with ASD. Play activities using diverse materials and including interactions with peers and parents are designed to promote positive, effective social behaviors and encourage continued development. The book provides unique strategies that can be tailored to fit individual children’s strengths and deficits. Topics featured in this book include: Naturalistic Teaching Strategies (NaTS) for developing play and social skills. Teaching play and social skills with video modeling. Peer-mediated intervention (PMI) strategies that promote positive social interactions between children with ASD and their peers. Visual Activity Schedules and Scripts. Parent-implemented play and social skills intervention. Play and Social Skills for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder is a must-have resource for researchers, clinicians, and graduate students in clinical child and school psychology, behavioral therapy/rehabilitation, social work, public health, and related psychology, education, and behavioral health fields.


The JASPER Model for Children with Autism

The JASPER Model for Children with Autism

Author: Connie Kasari

Publisher: Guilford Publications

Published: 2021-11-17

Total Pages: 380

ISBN-13: 1462547575

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The authoritative guide to implementing the Joint Attention, Symbolic Play, Engagement, and Regulation (JASPER) intervention. With a strong evidence base, JASPER provides a clear, flexible structure to bolster early skills core to social communication development. The authors show how to assess 1- to 8-year-olds with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), set treatment targets, choose engaging play materials, tailor JASPER strategies to each individual, and troubleshoot common challenges.


Foundation Role Plays for Autism

Foundation Role Plays for Autism

Author: Andrew Nelson

Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Published: 2010

Total Pages: 162

ISBN-13: 1849050635

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This book contains safe and structured role plays for working with different groups, including individuals with ASD, their teachers, caregivers, parents and peers. It provides materials for custom-making role plays to suit the specific needs of participants and photocopiable forms for tracking individual participants' skills.


Learners on the Autism Spectrum

Learners on the Autism Spectrum

Author: Kari Dunn Buron

Publisher: AAPC Publishing

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 388

ISBN-13: 9781934575079

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This work has contributions from major experts in the field of autism spectrum disorders (ASD). It provides an overview of all major issues related to individuals with ASD, including current research and teaching tips, including interventions. Includes glossary, learner objectives, chapter review questions and answers.


Autism

Autism

Author: Richard Solomon

Publisher:

Published: 2016

Total Pages: 607

ISBN-13: 9781483448282

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Play-Based Interventions for Autism Spectrum Disorder and Other Developmental Disabilities

Play-Based Interventions for Autism Spectrum Disorder and Other Developmental Disabilities

Author: Robert Jason Grant

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2016-06-23

Total Pages: 231

ISBN-13: 1317327616

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Play-Based Interventions for Autism Spectrum Disorder and Other Developmental Disabilities contains a wide selection of play therapy interventions for use with children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorders, dysregulation issues, or other neurodevelopmental disorders. The structured interventions focus on improvement in social skills, emotional regulation, connection and relationship development, and anxiety reduction. Special considerations for implementing structured interventions and an intervention tracking sheet are also presented. This valuable tool is a must have for both professionals and parents working on skill development with these populations.


Social and Communication Development in Autism Spectrum Disorders

Social and Communication Development in Autism Spectrum Disorders

Author: Tony Charman

Publisher: Guilford Press

Published: 2008-01-14

Total Pages: 370

ISBN-13: 1593857136

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From leading clinical researchers, this volume presents important recent advances in understanding and treating autism spectrum disorders (ASD) in very young children. The book is grounded in cutting-edge findings on the social-communication behavior of typically and atypically developing infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. The contributors highlight the connections between ASD and specific early social-communication impairments - including problems with joint attention, imitation, and play - with a focus on what clinicians can do to help. Innovative screening and assessment procedures are reviewed, as are evidence-based intervention and prevention strategies. Throughout, attention to both real-world practice and research considerations enhances the book's utility as a clinical reference and text.


The PEERS Curriculum for School-Based Professionals

The PEERS Curriculum for School-Based Professionals

Author: Elizabeth A. Laugeson

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2013-10-23

Total Pages: 480

ISBN-13: 1136239618

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The PEERS® Curriculum for School-Based Professionals brings UCLA's highly acclaimed and widely popular PEERS program into the school setting. This sixteen-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, counselors, speech pathologists, administrators, and teachers. The manual is broken down into clearly divided lesson plans, each of which have concrete rules and steps, corresponding homework assignments, plans for review, and unique, fun activities to ensure that teens are comfortable incorporating what they've learned. The curriculum also includes parent handouts, tips for preparing for each lesson, strategies for overcoming potential pitfalls, and the research underlying this transformative program.


Naturalistic Developmental Behavioral Interventions for Autism Spectrum Disorder

Naturalistic Developmental Behavioral Interventions for Autism Spectrum Disorder

Author: Yvonne Bruinsma

Publisher: Brookes Publishing Company

Published: 2020

Total Pages: 436

ISBN-13: 9781681253398

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This book is the first to offer a comprehensive overview of Naturalistic Developmental Behavioral Interventions (NDBI), which are evidence-based interventions that integrate both behavioral and developmental approaches in the treatment of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder.