“According to the National Collaborative Workforce and Disability for Youth (NCWD/Youth), the development of soft skills is identified as a critical component for success in activities such as civic participation and youth leadership in addition to school- and work-based learning experiences. Companies have identified the following competencies as key to success of young workers: Communication;… Read more »
Month: January 2019
Diagnosis/Assessment in Indiana: Autism Spectrum Disorders and Mental Health
Looking for a health care provider who can make a diagnosis of an autism spectrum disorder and/or mental health concern? Staff at the Indiana Resource Center for Autism have updated their listing of providers throughout the state and surrounding states who can help. To read their article and viewing the listing, please visit: https://www.iidc.indiana.edu/pages/how-and-where-to-obtain-a-diagnosis-assessment-in-indiana
Friendship skills for kids with autism & Asperger’s
“Does your ASD learner need help with social skills? The Six-Minute Social Skills workbooks are the solution you need. “These best-selling workbooks are designed for busy parents and professionals who need easy-to-use and effective materials to quickly build social confidence in learners who have Autism, Asperger’s and similar social skill challenges. Using the Friendship Skills workbook,… Read more »
Essentials of adaptive behavior assessment of neurodevelopmental disorders
Adaptive behavior assessment measures independent living skills, including communication, social skills, personal care, and practical work skills. For individuals with intellectual disabilities, evaluation of these skills is a critical tool for measuring eligibility and can identify specific skills that must be learned before effective educational interventions can be implemented. Essentials of Adaptive Behavior Assessment of… Read more »