Capstone Title

Social Skills Groups for School-Age Children with Autism

Author

Samantha Aybar, Nova Southeastern UniversityFollow

Submission Date

12-8-2021

Document Type

Entry Level Capstone

Degree Name

Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD)

First Mentor

Kathleen Lago Sayre, MOT, OTR/L, CIMI-2

Abstract

The present capstone project and experience aimed to develop and implement a 12-week program of social skills peer groups for school-aged children with autism at an outpatient pediatric therapy clinic. The program consisted of weekly peer group sessions targeting a range of social skill topics, such as emotional regulation, conversation skills, and collaborative play. The small group format provided an opportunity for participants to practice skills, learn from others, and obtain feedback on their performance within a supportive environment. A family-centered approach was utilized through providing parent resources, at-home activities, and a parent workshop to better support children’s social skill development.

NSUWorks Citation

Samantha Aybar. 2021. Social Skills Groups for School-Age Children with Autism. Capstone. Nova Southeastern University. Retrieved from NSUWorks, . (59)
https://nsuworks.nova.edu/hpd_ot_capstone/59.