PEERS® Teen Program

 

What is PEERS^®?

A social skills treatment group where teens learn how to make and keep friends.  PEERS^® is an evidence-based treatment program developed by UCLA to teach teens with high functioning ASD how to make and keep friends. Some of the topics that will be addressed over the course of treatment include: Conversational skills, Finding common interests, Reciprocal conversation, Non-verbal communication, Electronic communication, Safety, Choosing friends, Extracurricular activities, Appropriate use of humor, Potential friends and rejection, Gettogethers, Good sportsmanship, Peer rejection, Teasing & bullying, Changing a bad reputation, and Peer conflict.

 

If you are interested in enrolling in this program contact the following agencies:

Palm Beach Behavioral Health & Wellness