Group-based social skills interventions (GSSIs) are widely used for treating social
competence among youth with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), but their efficacy is unclear …

Raising a child with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) can be an overwhelming experience
for parents and families. The pervasive and severe deficits often present in children with …

The claim that autistic people lack a theory of mind—that they fail to understand that other
people have a mind or that they themselves have a mind—pervades psychology. This article …

The present study examines the efficacy and durability of the PEERS Program, a parent-
assisted social skills group intervention for high-functioning adolescents with ASD. Results …

The aims of this study were to undertake a meta-analytic and systematic appraisal of the
literature investigating the effectiveness of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) when used …

The Complete Guide to Asperger's Syndrome is the definitive handbook for anyone affected
by Asperger's syndrome (AS). Now including a new introduction explaining the impact of …

Social deficits remain one of the most difficult areas for individuals with autism spectrum
disorders ('ASD'), especially for those with average or above average cognitive skills. An …

Social reciprocity deficits are a core feature of the autism spectrum disorders (ASD). This
review summarizes the state of research in group-based social skills training programs for …

Background Unstuck and On Target (UOT) is an executive function (EF) intervention for
children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) targeting insistence on sameness, flexibility …

This paper reviews the literature examining social skills training (SST) programs for youth
with AS/HFA, with an emphasis on critically evaluating efficacy and highlighting areas of …