Theory of Mind for Autistic Adolescents (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9798263462536)

Empower autistic teens to understand, connect, and thrive-one story, one skill at a time.The book "Theory of Mind for Autistic Adolescents" is a comprehensive guide for teens who face challenges in understanding and managing their social relationships and emotions. Through a series of diverse social stories and activities, young people have the opportunity to explore and develop skills that will help them connect better with those around them. The approach is based on Theory of Mind, which is an important tool for understanding other people's perspectives and emotions.

Age Group: 12 years and over

The book aims to provide autistic adolescents with the necessary tools to develop empathy, predict behaviors, and respond appropriately in social situations.

It is structured in five main sections, each focusing on different aspects of adolescents' social and emotional development. Each section includes short stories, dialogue scenarios, practical activities, and exercises that can help young people apply these skills in their daily lives.

I. Perspective-taking (Point of View): In this section, adolescents learn to recognize and understand the different perspectives and points of view of others through stories and activities.

II. Emotions and Reactions: Here, young people practice recognizing and managing their own emotions and those of others through a variety of scenarios and interactive exercises.

III. Social Cues and Nonverbal Communication: This module focuses on understanding and using social cues and nonverbal communication, helping teens interpret others' behaviors correctly.

IV. Prediction of Behavior: Adolescents learn how to predict the reactions and behaviors of others based on observations and previous experiences.

V. Empathy and Support: In the final module, adolescents practice developing empathy and support for others, cultivating their ability to be compassionate and helpful.

Author: Aliki Kassotaki
ISBN-13: 9798263462536
Publisher: Independently Published
Language: English
Published: 09/02/2025
Pages: 146
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.78lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.31d