Preparing for Life
| AUTHOR | Baker, Jed |
| PUBLISHER | Future Horizons (01/01/2006) |
| PRODUCT TYPE | Paperback (Paperback) |
Description
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, and 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.
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ISBN-13:
9781932565331
ISBN-10:
1932565337
Binding:
Paperback or Softback (Trade Paperback (Us))
Content Language:
English
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Page Count:
357
Carton Quantity:
13
Product Dimensions:
8.40 x 0.90 x 10.90 inches
Weight:
1.80 pound(s)
Feature Codes:
Bibliography,
Price on Product,
Table of Contents,
Ikids,
Illustrated
Country of Origin:
US
Subject Information
BISAC Categories
Self-Help | General
Self-Help | Children with Special Needs
Self-Help | Psychopathology - Autism Spectrum Disorders
Grade Level:
11th Grade
- 12th Grade
Dewey Decimal:
371.94
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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, and 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.
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Author:
Baker, Jed
Jed Baker, Ph.D. is the director of the Social Skills Training Project, an organization serving individuals with autism and social communication problems. He is on the professional advisory board of ASPEN, ANSWER, YAI, the Kelberman Center, and several other autism organizations. In addition, he writes, lectures, and provides training internationally on the topic of social skills training and managing challenging behaviors. He is an award winning author of seven books, including Social Skills Training for Children and Adolescents with Asperger s Syndrome and Social Communication Problems; Preparing for Life: The Complete Handbook for the Transition to Adulthood for Those with Autism and Asperger s Syndrome; The Social Skills Picture Book; The Social Skills Picture Book for High School and Beyond; No More Meltdowns: Positive Strategies for Managing and Preventing Out-of-Control Behavior, and No More Victims: Protecting those with Autism from Cyber Bullying, Internet Predators & Scams. His work has also been featured on ABC World News, Nightline, Fox News, the CBS Early Show, and the Discovery Health Channel.
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