Description
Book SynopsisThe groundbreaking book that puts the focus on teens and young adults with social challenges This book offers parents a step-by-step guide to making and keeping friends for teens and young adults with social challenges such as those diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, bipolar, or other conditions.
Table of ContentsDVD Contents vii
Foreword John Elder Robison xi
Preface xiii
Acknowledgments xv
About the Author xvii
Part One Getting ready
1 Why Teach Social Skills to Teens and Young Adults? 1
Part Two The Science of Developing and Maintaining Friendships
2 Finding and Choosing Good Friends 17
3 Good Conversations: The Basics 51
4 Starting and Entering Conversations 97
5 Exiting Conversations 121
6 Managing Electronic Communication 145
7 Showing Good Sportsmanship 179
8 Enjoying Successful Get-Togethers 199
Part Three The Science of Handling Peer Conflict and Rejection: Helpful Strategies
9 Dealing with Arguments 231
10 Handling Verbal Teasing 247
11 Addressing Cyber Bullying 267
12 Minimizing Rumors and Gossip 281
13 Avoiding Physical Bullying 307
14 Changing a Bad Reputation 323
Epilogue: Moving Forward 341
How to Use the DVD 348
Bibliography 349
Index 359
