<div> Pediatrician Jeanie McAfee originally created this user-friendly social curriculum for her daughter Rachel, who was diagnosed with Asperger's at age ten. Since then, it has become a staple for parents and educators. It addresses the most urgent problems facing those with Asperger's Syndrome, high-functioning autism, and related disorders.</div><div> </div><div> Dr. McAfee covers how to:</div><ul> <li> increase communication skills</li> <li> recognize and cope with emotions</li> <li> recognize and prevent stress</li> <li> develop abstract thinking skills</li> <li> address behavioral problems</li></ul><div> </div><div> Tasks are broken down into small steps, repeated until they are mastered, then generalized. Helpful handouts, templates, and forms will help keep teachers and learners on track.</div><div> </div><div> Helpful sections include:</div><ul> <li> Recognizing and Coping with One’s Own Emotions</li> <li> Communication and Social Skills</li> <li> Abstract Thinking Skills</li> <li> Behavioral Issues</li></ul>This title comes with a CD-Rom of printable worksheets for your convenience.<BR>