Given the significant
core deficits in social interaction and communication that children
with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) demonstrate, it is critical to
understand and develop interventions which directly address these needs.
This book considers the theoretical and practical implications of
developing and implementing peer-based, group-focused therapeutic
approaches with children on the autism spectrum. Albert Cotugno
describes the theoretical underpinnings of an intervention model based
on cognitive developmental principles, and explains why a group
approach is best suited to address and remediate an ASD child's social
deficiencies. Group Interventions for Children with Autism Spectrum
Disorders shows how to implement skill-based instructional approaches
and presents strategies to assess the short- and long-term
effectiveness of this type of therapy, both within the group and in
external settings.
The book is intended for school, clinic, and general practitioners
involved in group work with special needs children, professionals
working with ASD children, and anyone interested in using group
interventions as a means to treat social competency and social skills
deficits.
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