PEERS Social Skills Group for Teens

The PEERS Program is a 14-week evidence-based social skills intervention for youth between 12-18 years of age, who are interested in making and maintaining friendships.

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Skills taught in PEERS Social Skills Group for Teens

• Use correct conversational Skills

• Find common interests by trading information

• Appropriately use humour

• Enter and exit conversations between peers

• Handle rejection, teaching, and bullying

• Handle rumours and gossip

• Be a good host during get-togethers

• Make phone calls to friends

• Be a good sport

• Handle Arguements and disagreements

• Change a bad reputation

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Family members or youth coaches (which can be provided) are an important part of this program. When the youth attend a class, the parent or coach also attends a class. The PEERS curriculum for caregivers is taught in these classes. Family or youth coach participation is required, so please let us know if you need assistance in providing a coach. 

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Eligibility Criteria

• Diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder or ADHD

• Between 12-18 years of age

• Would like to socialize with others

• Can behave appropriately in a group setting