This dynamic and comprehensive presentation is extremely valuable to all family members and professionals working with individuals with autism spectrum disorders, attention deficit disorders, learning disabilities, mood and anxiety disorders, and other issues that impact social-emotional functioning. Learn how to: build an individual's social skills in crucial areas such as conversation, conflict resolution, emotion management, employment, dating, etc.; develop an effective behavior plan; manage and prevent meltdowns; help create peer acceptance; and assess social skills of individuals or groups.
Running Time: 4.5 hours
Having earned his MA and Ph.D. in clinical psychology from the University of Albany, Dr. Jed Baker is a behavioral consultant for several New Jersey school districts where, nearly two decades ago, he organized a group to help children with social communication problems. That group expanded and ultimately became the Social Skills Training Project under Dr. Baker’s directorship. Dr. Baker also presents lectures all over the world on social skills training, and is on the board of directors of the Asperger’s Syndrome Education Network, Inc. (ASPEN). His work has been featured on ABC News and Nightline.
Tracks: PART ONE Welcome and Overview Autism and Challenging Behaviors Behavior Management PART TWO Intro and Behavior Plan Form Motivation to Learn Skill Acquisition Generalization Peer Sensitivity Training Strategies to Teach Skills Skill Lessons Joint Attention Beginning Language Conversation Play Understanding Feelings Conflicts and Teasing Friendship Building Dating Employment Resources and Books
