Young Adult (19-24) Social Language Groups
For High Functioning Autism/Asperger's
Some of the topics addressed during the Young Adult groups are:
- Problem solving/negotiating
- Perspective taking
- Navigating the boring moments
- Using body language/facial expression to understand communication
- Self-monitoring
- Expected/unexpected behavior in various settings
- Good thoughts/weird thoughts
- Making an impression
- Managing meltdowns
- Manners at home and away from home
- Managing milestones and celebrations: Funerals, weddings, granduations, holidays
- Navigating the internet
- Clothes: Causual, semi-formal, formal
- Hygiene
- Independence and taking care of yourself
- Job interviews and job expectations
Groups will meet Thursdays from 5:30-6:30 beginning November 3rd.
Please call 987-8835 for more information or to sign up for a group.