PEERS® Bootcamp for Teens (Ages 14-16): Handling disagreements
This program is for teens who have completed the PEERS for Adolescents social skills program, but would benefit from extra practice in handling disagreements, teasing, and bullying. Geared towards high school students.
PEERS® (Program for the Education and Enrichment of Relational Skills) Curriculum (Laugeson, 2014) is an evidence-based program that teaches friendship skills to teens with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) or related social difficulties. Each small group (6–8 teens) is led by a trained instructor and assistant, using the PEERS® curriculum.
Group Information
5:00 - 6:30 PM
(5 sessions). No parent sessions.
Teens will practice previously learned skills like:
- Handling teasing, bullying, and bad reputation
- Handling arguments and disagreements
- Handling rumours and gossip
- Learning to differentiate between “mean” and “friendly” teasing/banter
What’s included:
- One 90-minute teen session each week (5 sessions)
- Manualized curriculum
- Group-based learning and peer interaction
- Supervision by a Registered Behaviour Analyst
- Parent review at the end of sessions
Eligibility:
For teens ages 14-16 who:
- Have completed the PEERS program, either at Launch or through other service providers
- Can focus and take part in short group lessons (30 minutes)
- Can talk about their interests
A brief intake meeting will be required before the program starts
Good to Know:
Services provided by a clinical team of Registered Behaviour Analysts (RBAs) and Instructor Therapists. Funding through the Ontario Autism Program (OAP) may be used.
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