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The social survival guide for teens on the Autism spectrum : how to make friends and navigate your emotions

Summary: "Social situations can feel mysterious or tricky to navigate-and if you are on the autism spectrum, they can feel overwhelming. The Social Survival Guide for Teens on the Autism Spectrum unlocks socialization secrets and helps you understand your feelings. Autism books for kids don't always address teenagers' needs, but the practical tips and step-by-step guides in this handbook are perfect for ages 12-16. Learn how to handle situations like managing anxiety, starting a conversation, understanding sarcasm, and dealing with conflict. Build stronger social skills and take care of your emotional health at the same time. This guide can help you feel more confident-and more connected to people you care about." --

Item details

ISBN: 9781647390105
ISBN: 1647390109
Physical Description: print
xiv, 143 pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm
Publisher: Emeryville, California : Rockridge Press, [2020]
Copyright: ©2020

Contents / Notes

Bibliography, etc. Note:	Includes bibliographical references (page 140) and index.
Formatted Contents Note:	What are friends for, anyway? -- Communication basics -- Other codes of behavior -- Your emotions -- Checking in with yourself -- Joining in -- Unexpected situations -- Handling confrontations -- Responding to bullying.