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Enhance your practice and improve outcomes for autistic clients with this indispensable guide by world-leading autism experts Tony Attwood and Maxine Aston. When working with couples where one or both partners are autistic, traditional therapeutic approaches can fall short. Differences in communication styles, expectations, and emotional processing can lead to misunderstandings-not only between partners but also between clients and their counsellor. Without a deep understanding of autism, therapists may unintentionally provide advice that is ineffective or even harmful. This book bridges the gap between conventional relationship counselling and the specific needs of neurodiverse couples. Drawing on research and firsthand accounts from autistic individuals and their partners, it equips therapists with the essential knowledge and practical strategies needed to provide affirming, effective support. From identifying autism in the counselling room to making meaningful adaptations in sessions, this resource will expand your therapeutic toolkit and empower you to foster healthier, more fulfilling relationships for neurodiverse couples.

Das neue Buch vom Asperger-Bestseller-Autor Menschen im Autismus-Spektrum haben oft Probleme im Beruf, obwohl sie viele gefragte Stärken und Fähigkeiten mitbringen. So gestaltet sich häufig die Kommunikation schwierig, weil sie Formulierungen wortwörtlich nehmen. Oder sie konzentrieren sich auf Details und gehen darin auf, verlieren dadurch aber den Überblick. Geräusche und andere Sinneseindrücke werden stärker wahrgenommen und sie tun sich schwer mit den raschen Veränderungen der heutigen Arbeitswelt. Umso wichtiger ist es für sie, einen Job zu finden und zu halten, der ihren Fähigkeiten entspricht. Autismus-Expertise: Tony Attwood und Michelle Garnett sind international bekannte Experten. Gezielte Unterstützung: Menschen im Autismus Spektrum lernen, sich auf den Einstieg in einen Job vorzubereiten, dort erfolgreich zu sein und sich weiterzuentwickeln. Praktisches Selbsthilfe-Programm: Für jede Woche gibt es eine Toolbox mit konkreten Arbeitsblättern und Übungen für zu Hause. Schritt für Schritt erfolgreich und zufrieden im Job.

L’autismo è associato a una serie di qualità molto ricercate dai datori di lavoro, tra cui affidabilità, perseveranza, attenzione ai dettagli, creatività nella risoluzione di problemi e molte altre. La chiave per riuscire professionalmente sta nel comprendere quali sono questi punti di forza e chiarire quale supporto serve per riuscire al meglio. Questo manuale di auto-aiuto propone consigli, strategie e attività per gestire le difficoltà che si possono incontrare al lavoro e offre alle persone nello Spettro strumenti utili per ridurre al minimo l’ansia, il sovraccarico sensoriale, gli schemi di pensiero inutili, le difficoltà di comunicazione sociale e i problemi di organizzazione e pianificazione.

Alle Chancen für Ihr Kind Ihr Kind entfaltet seine geistigen Fähigkeiten ganz normal, ist aber sehr zurückgezogen und manchmal wenig einfühlsam? Sind seine Bewegungen unbeholfen und schließt es keine Freundschaften? Tony Attwood, der bekannteste Experte für das Asperger-Syndrom, erklärt verständlich, was betroffene Kinder auszeichnet, was sie brauchen und welche Potentiale sie haben. Eltern, Therapeuten und Lehrer erhalten viele Anregungen, um die Kinder besser zu erreichen und zu fördern. Erkennen: Durch zahlreiche Tests und Checklisten zu einer sicheren Diagnose. Verstehen: Kinder und Erwachsene mit Asperger-Syndrom schildern eindrucksvoll, wie sie denken und fühlen. Stärken: Bewährte Spiele und Übungen helfen Ihrem Kind, mit sich selbst und anderen besser zurechtzukommen.

I bambini piccoli con autismo hanno particolari difficoltà nella comprensione e nella gestione delle loro emozioni, specialmente quando quest’ultime sono negative. Il presente manuale pratico illustra un insieme di strategie per aiutare i bambini con autismo ad alto funzionamento, Sindrome di Asperger e Disturbi dello Spettro Autistico Lievi, che hanno difficoltà nella modulazione dell’umore.

Autism is associated with many qualities that are highly sought after by employers such as reliability, persistence, attention to detail, creativity in problem solving and many others. The key to success in the workplace is understanding these strengths and identifying the support you need to help you flourish. This self-guided workbook provides advice, strategies and activities to manage the difficulties that can arise at work. You will be given the tools to help minimise anxiety, sensory overload, unhelpful thinking patterns, difficulties with social communication, and organisation and planning problems. The activities are interactive, and you can approach them on your terms. They can be dispersed throughout the day or week, and the workbook and accompanying videos include everything you need to set and achieve your employment goals. The course can also be undertaken with the assistance of a mentor, and the workbook includes resources and videos to help them support you.

¡Ganador de un premio 2008 Teachers'' Choice Award! La ansiedad puede ser debilitante para cualquiera, pero puede ser especialmente confusa para un niño. Aprender sobre las emociones ayuda a los niños a reconocer las conexiones entre pensar y sentir, y los efectos fisiológicos de la ansiedad en el cuerpo (sudoración, aumento del ritmo cardíaco, llanto, etc.). Este libro proporciona una guía para cuidadores junto con una sección de libro de trabajo que permite a los niños identificar situaciones que provocan ansiedad y les enseña cómo percibirlos de manera diferente. Los temas útiles incluyen: Descripción general del programa Explorando sentimientos Introducción a la terapia cognitiva conductual La caja de herramientas emocional Historias sociales Evidencia de investigación sobre la efectividad de explorar sentimientos ¡Y mucho más! Winner of a 2008 Teachers'' Choice Award! Anxiety can be debilitating for anyone, but it can be especially confusing for a child. Learning about emotions helps children recognize connections between thinking and feeling, and the physiological effects of anxiety on the body (sweating, increased heart rate, crying, etc.). This book provides a guide for caregivers along with a workbook section that allows children to identify anxiety-provoking situations, and teaches them how to perceive them differently. Helpful topics include: Overview of the Exploring Feelings Program Introduction to Cognitive Behavior Therapy The Emotional Toolbox Social Stories Research Evidence on the Effectiveness of Exploring Feelings and more!

¡Ganador de un premio 2008 Teachers'' Choice Award! Muchos niños, especialmente aquellos con retrasos en el desarrollo, tienen problemas para comprender o expresar sus sentimientos. Esto puede resultar en dificultades con el manejo de la ira. Listar las posibles respuestas a las situaciones, y el resultado probable de cada una, le permite al niño tomar decisiones informadas sobre qué respuestas elegir (por ejemplo, alejarse frente a golpear). Este libro proporciona una guía para los cuidadores junto con una parte del libro de trabajo que les pide a los niños que identifiquen situaciones que desencadenan su enojo y les ayuda a encontrar formas apropiadas de responder. Los temas útiles incluyen: Descripción general del programa Explorando sentimientos Introducción a la terapia cognitiva conductual La caja de herramientas emocional Historias sociales Evidencia de investigación sobre la efectividad de explorar sentimientos ¡Y más! Winner of a 2008 Teachers'' Choice Award! Many children, especially those with developmental delays, have trouble understanding or expressing their feelings. This can result in difficulty with anger management. Listing possible responses to situations--and the likely outcome of each one--allows the child to make informed decisions about which responses to choose (e.g., walking away vs. hitting). This book provides a guide for caregivers along with a workbook portion that asks children to identify situations that trigger their anger, and helps them find appropriate ways to respond. Helpful topics include: Overview of the Exploring Feelings Program Introduction to Cognitive Behavior Therapy The Emotional Toolbox Social Stories Research Evidence on the Effectiveness of Exploring Feelings and more!

La sexualité des personnes autistes est un sujet très peu abordé dans la littérature scientifique actuelle. Le présent ouvrage traite de cet aspect méconnu du syndrome d''Asperger. L''auteur montre que si les personnes autistes manifestent sensiblement le même intérêt et les mêmes besoins sexuels que les individus de la population générale, leurs comportements diffèrent. Leur manque d''habiletés sociales et les difficultés de communication qu''ils éprouvent s''ajoutent aux obstacles rencontrés dans l''établissement des relations interpersonnelles et sexuelles. L''auteur cerne également les enjeux liés aux besoins et identifie ainsi le type d''interventions nécessaires à l''éducation sexuelle. Comportant de nombreux témoignages et exemples cliniques, cet ouvrage présente également un programme d''éducation socio-sexuelle et des activités d''intervention adaptées aux individus et aux couples de tous âges. Cet ouvrage est destiné aux psychologues, sexologues et thérapeutes, de même qu''à toute personne directement ou indirectement concernée par cet aspect du syndrome d''Asperger.

Winner of the Gold Award in the 2006 ForeWord Book of the Year competition, this groundbreaking revised and updated book describes the unique challenges of women and girls with Autism Syndrome Disorder. In it, you’ll read candid stories written by the indomitable women who have lived them. You’ll also hear from experts who discuss whether “ASD girls” are slipping under the radar, undiagnosed; practical solutions school systems can implement for girls; social tips for teenage girls, navigating puberty, the transition to work or university, and the importance of careers.

Une lutte opiniâtre de tous les instants contre un handicap méconnu constitue la trame de la vie de Liane Holliday Willey. Dans son autobiographie d''une authenticité bouleversante, elle retrace au fil des pages les mille difficultés de son parcours. Le livre de Liane Holliday contribue à faire tomber les préjugés sur ces questions, qui comptent désormais parmi les principales questions de santé publique dans de nombreux pays. Il tient le lecteur en haleine, lui faisant découvrir page après page le syndrome d''Asperger sous un jour nouveau, résolument positif et humain. À la suite de son témoignage, dans lequel beaucoup de personnes atteintes du SA ou leur proches se retrouveront, Liane Holliday propose de manière très pratique une foule de conseils et de recommandations destinés à mieux se préparer et faire face aux situations rencontrées au jour le jour.

Torna in nuova edizione italiana il libro fondamentale di Tony Attwood, uno dei massimi esperti al mondo della sindrome di Asperger. Il volume, aggiornato ai nuovi criteri diagnostici presenti nel DSM-5 e alle ultime evidenze scientifiche, fornisce a professionisti e familiari le informazioni più recenti per capire, aiutare e prendersi cura di bambini e adulti con condizioni dello spettro autistico senza disabilità intellettiva e con linguaggio funzionale, ed è stato scritto anche a diretto vantaggio delle persone Asperger. Grazie a numerose testimonianze dirette, il volume spiega il loro modo di pensare, per far sì che accettino la propria diversità e individuino i propri punti di forza. La Guida prende in esame la Sindrome in tutti i suoi aspetti più rilevanti – l’espressione delle emozioni, il linguaggio e le abilità cognitive, gli interessi speciali, il movimento e la coordinazione, la sensibilità sensoriale, le relazioni sociali in particolare a scuola e sul lavoro – offrendo le relative migliori strategie di intervento, anche psicoterapico.

Gratulation Sie haben Asperger! So stellt Tony Attwood, einer der weltweit bekanntesten Asperger-Experten, seinen Patienten üblicherweise die Diagnose. Denn Asperger ist einfach eine andere Art, die Welt zu denken, zu fühlen und mit ihr zu kommunizieren. Dieses Buch begleitet Sie durch alle Klippen und Untiefen. Einzigartig in seiner Fülle erläutert es jede Facette von der Diagnosestellung bis zu sprachlichen und kognitiven Besonderheiten. Sprechen Sie "Aspergisch"? Menschen mit Asperger-Syndrom jonglieren virtuos mit Fakten oder Zahlen - im menschlichen Miteinander sind sie aber oft hilflos überfordert. Auch wenn das Innenleben eines "Aspies" ihm selbst und seinen Mitmenschen auf den ersten Blick seltsam und unverständlich erscheint, mit bewährten Hilfen gelingt die Verständigung. In diesem Buch finden Sie bewährte Strategien, die die soziale und emotionale Kompetenz fördern. Viele Betroffene erzählen humorvoll und ermutigend, wie sie ihren Weg gefunden haben.

Dr. Tony Attwood and Craig Evans are proud to introduce their first book together. Previously, they brought you “Autism Hangout”, a question-and-answer style video series in which Dr. Tony directly addresses the most pressing questions of those touched by autism. Now, this unstoppable duo has refreshed these conversations and converted them into book form, creating an invaluable resource to keep helpful information present and available to the public. Their goal? Thriving with autism!

Living with someone on the autism spectrum is like watching a child trying to play hopscotch when they can''t see the squares, and everyone else can.This new compilation of I''m not broken, I''m just different & Wings to fly takes us to the heart of living with a child with on the autism spectrum. To early fans of Brooks'' books on Asperger''s it will be welcome news to find both books available in the one volume. Brooks chronicles her life with her son from his birth, covering the early years, and the teen years through to adulthood-ending with his fearless flight into manhood. The last section, focuses on the struggles faced by adults on the spectrum and their families in an informative, scientific approach.In an unflinching account Brooks poignantly captures the struggle of living with a child who appears to see the world through broken glass. A roller coaster ride from the bizarre to the obscene, encompassing the poetic and the hilarious, heartache and joy. The narrative embraces the muddled stumbling between two worlds-worlds that seem so desperately different at first glance. About a boy obsessed with the unfathomable and a mother obsessed with understanding him. This book is a celebration. Those on the spectrum are different, not broken.I am very pleased to be involved with Linda''s book. I think we both have a very important message and I certainly endorse Linda''s positive approach. I know it will change the lives of many families. Professor Tony AttwoodAs a counsellor I have discovered a number of special pearls, a couple of which are found in Linda and Bronson''s journey. This is a timely book with a special message. I believe Linda and I met for a purpose. I feel this book is her gift to other parents. Dr Steele FitchettThis is a long awaited book. Linda and Bronson have a great relationship; it''s entertaining to watch them bounce off each other. I once remarked to Linda, describing her parenthood-''You enjoy him and that is one of the finest assets of a mother that you offer, regardless of how he reacts.'' Dr Jay

Living with someone on the autism spectrum is like watching a child trying to play hopscotch when they can''t see the squares, and everyone else can.This new compilation of I''m not broken, I''m just different & Wings to fly takes us to the heart of living with a child with on the autism spectrum. This latest edition of the book has also been published as Don''t read this book by my mother - she''s crazy. However, for early fans of Brooks'' books on Asperger''s it will be welcome news to find both books available in the one volume in the previous familiar style and title. Brooks chronicles her life with her son from his birth, covering the early years, and the teen years through to adulthood-ending with his fearless flight into manhood. The last section, focuses on the struggles faced by adults on the spectrum and their families in an informative, scientific approach.In an unflinching account Brooks poignantly captures the struggle of living with a child who appears to see the world through broken glass. A roller coaster ride from the bizarre to the obscene, encompassing the poetic and the hilarious, heartache and joy. The narrative embraces the muddled stumbling between two worlds-worlds that seem so desperately different at first glance. About a boy obsessed with the unfathomable and a mother obsessed with understanding him. This book is a celebration. Those on the spectrum are different, not broken.I am very pleased to be involved with Linda''s book. I think we both have a very important message and I certainly endorse Linda''s positive approach. I know it will change the lives of many families. Professor Tony AttwoodAs a counsellor I have discovered a number of special pearls, a couple of which are found in Linda and Bronson''s journey. This is a timely book with a special message. I believe Linda and I met for a purpose. I feel this book is her gift to other parents. Dr Steele FitchettThis is a long awaited book. Linda and Bronson have a great relationship; it''s entertaining to watch them bounce off each other. I once remarked to Linda, describing her parenthood-''You enjoy him and that is one of the finest assets of a mother that you offer, regardless of how he reacts.'' Dr Jay

Living with someone on the autism spectrum is like watching a child trying to play hopscotch when they can''t see the squares, and everyone else can.Linda''s book takes us to the heart of living with a child with on the autism spectrum, inviting us to see life through the eyes of others. Brooks chronicles her life with her son from his birth, covering the early years, and the teen years through to adulthood-ending with his fearless flight into manhood. The last section focuses on the struggles faced by adults on the spectrum and their families with an informative, scientific approach. In an unflinching account Brooks poignantly captures the struggle of living with a child who appears to see the world through broken glass. A roller coaster ride from the bizarre to the obscene, encompassing the poetic and the hilarious, heartache and joy. The narrative embraces the muddled stumbling between two worlds-worlds that seem so desperately different at first glance. This is a story bout a boy obsessed with the unfathomable and a mother obsessed with understanding him. This book is about celebration. I am very pleased to be involved with Linda''s book. I think we both have a very important message and I certainly endorse Linda''s positive approach. I know it will change the lives of many families. Professor Tony AttwoodAs a counsellor I have discovered a number of special pearls, a couple of which are found in Linda and Bronson''s journey. This is a timely book with a special message. I believe Linda and I met for a purpose. I have read the manuscript and feel this is her gift to other parents. Dr Steele FitchettThis is a long awaited book. Linda and Bronson have a great relationship; it''s entertaining to watch them bounce off each other. I once remarked to Linda, describing her parenthood-''You enjoy him and that is one of the finest assets of a mother that you offer, regardless of how he reacts.'' Dr Jay

Living with someone on the autism spectrum is like watching a child trying to play hopscotch when they can''t see the squares, and everyone else can.Linda''s book takes us to the heart of living with a child with on the autism spectrum, inviting us to see life through the eyes of others. Brooks chronicles her life with her son from his birth, covering the early years, and the teen years through to adulthood-ending with his fearless flight into manhood. The last section focuses on the struggles faced by adults on the spectrum and their families with an informative, scientific approach. In an unflinching account Brooks poignantly captures the struggle of living with a child who appears to see the world through broken glass. A roller coaster ride from the bizarre to the obscene, encompassing the poetic and the hilarious, heartache and joy. The narrative embraces the muddled stumbling between two worlds-worlds that seem so desperately different at first glance. This is a story bout a boy obsessed with the unfathomable and a mother obsessed with understanding him. This book is about celebration. I am very pleased to be involved with Linda''s book. I think we both have a very important message and I certainly endorse Linda''s positive approach. I know it will change the lives of many families. Professor Tony Attwood

Autismo e Sindrome di Asperger sono argomenti caldi all’interno del panorama italiano. I giovani diagnosticati stanno crescendo e molte persone ricevono diagnosi in età adulta. La frequenza della depressione in questa popolazione è di circa il 70% come reazione legittima ai molti eventi avversi di vita di coloro che sono nello Spettro. Il volume è diviso in due parti. Nella prima parte viene descritta la depressione e la sua relazione con la Sindrome di Asperger/Autismo lieve (AS). Viene esplorato in dettaglio come mai una persona AS diventa depressa, la natura della depressione e come si declina differentemente in questa popolazione. Segue un esame dei tipi di terapia disponibili, degli adattamenti necessari, un sommario del programma e test per verificarne l’efficacia. Nella seconda parte è descritto il programma vero e proprio basato su un approccio cognitivo- comportamentale (l’unico valido secondo le linee Guida per l’Autismo dell’Istituto Superiore di Sanità). Il programma si sviluppa in 10 sessioni, basate sulle procedure dell’educazione cognitivo-affettiva e a ognuna è dedicato un capitolo. Il libro si conclude con una ricca appendice contenente materiale utile per l’intervento e schede pratiche che verranno rese disponibili online in formato stampabile, insieme a file audio che possono guidare l’utente quando il terapeuta non è presente.

Le programme de thérapie comportementale et cognitive "Explorer les sentiments" a été conçu par l''auteur pour être à la fois très structuré, intéressant et efficace dans le contrôle cognitif des émotions. Chaque enfant reçoit des informations et se voit proposer des activités pour explorer les émotions telles qu''être content, calme, anxieux et en colère. Il a aussi la possibilité d''enregistrer ses commentaires personnels et des réponses à ses questions. A la fin de chaque atelier le suivant est expliqué aux enfants. "Explorer les sentiments" est conçu pour explorer l''univers mental dans une perspective scientifique. Il existe deux programmes "Explorer les sentiments", celui qui a pour but d''explorer et gérer l''anxiété et un autre pour explorer et gérer la colère. Le programme a été conçu comme un traitement des problèmes liés à un trouble anxieux ou de gestion de la colère chez des enfants avec un syndrome d''Asperger. Il peut tout aussi bien être utilisé avec des enfants présentant un autisme "de haut niveau" ou d''un TED. Il faut noter que l''auteur a conçu ce programme de manière à ce qu''il ne nécessite pas l''intervention un psychologue. Un enseignant, un orthophoniste, un ergothérapeute ou un parent peuvent mettre en place ce programme sans avoir de formation en thérapie comportementale et cognitive.

REVISED EDITION incorporating the sequel, ''Wings to fly''. Linda''s book takes us to places we have never been, to places of the heart, teaching us to have the courage to look at life through the eyes of others. Linda chronicles her life with her son from his birth, covering the early years, teen years to adulthood. It follows the roller coaster ride from the bizarre to the obscene, the poetic and the hilarious, the heartache and the joy. The story embraces the muddled, hilarious stumbling between two worlds, linked by love-worlds that seemed so desperately different at first view; hand in hand, mother and son. A boy obsessed with the unfathomable, a mother obsessed with understanding him. Linda haspoignantly captured the struggle of living with a child who appears to see the world through broken glass. Asperger''s is like watching a child trying to play hopscotch when he can''t see the squares, and everyone else can. It is a book that informs about Asperger''s Syndrome in a uniquely accessible way, pulling no punches, but is buoyant with hope and spirit. Brooks continues the journey with her son, Bronson. This revised version contains ''Wings to fly'', where the focus is to give a clearer view of the struggle adults with Asperger''s and their families face daily, in a narrative that is real, engaging and accessible. There is a view into the fearless flight of her son into manhood, interviews with friends and specialists, which give an intimate window into their lives and also a selection of posters. Statistics and research can only offer so much. Brooks brings warmth, passion and wit to life once more-we gain insight and ultimately awareness of this misunderstood syndrome and discover the wonderful mantra that ''it''s never too late''. The beauty of this edition is it''s triumph. I am very pleased to be involved with Linda''s book, ''I''m not broken, I''m just different''. I think we both have a very important message and I certainly endorse Linda''s positive approach. I know it will change the lives of many families. Professor Tony Attwood"

Brooks continues the journey with her son, Bronson, with life after ''I''m not broken, I''m just different''. The book contains chapters by Professor Tony Attwood, Dr John Miller and Dr Steele Fitchett on the future of Asperger''s, which bring hope. The focus of this sequel is to give a clearer view of the struggle adults with Asperger''s and their families face daily, in a narrative that is real, engaging and accessible. There is a view into the fearless flight of her son into manhood, interviews with friends and specialists, which give an intimate window into their lives and also a selection of posters. Statistics and research can only offer so much. Brooks brings the untold story. Brooks brings warmth, passion and wit to life once more-we gain insight and ultimately awareness of this misunderstood syndrome and discover the wonderful mantra that ''it''s never too late''. The beauty of this edition is it''s triumph.

"Bronson uses his hands with manly pride. There is precision in his movements. He is deliberate, slow and meticulous. We chat as he asks for the tools, smiling as I hand them to him as if he were a surgeon. Then, task finished, he stands back to survey his handiwork. Bronson has started a training course. He has a job. He''s a working class man. Now he moves in the world of men and machines, strangers and family alike, with satisfaction and humour - living beyond a minimal life. Given ''wings to fly''." Brooks continues the journey with her son, Bronson, with life after ''I''m not broken, I''m just different''. The book contains chapters by Professor Tony Attwood, Dr John Miller and Dr Steele Fitchett on the future of Asperger''s, which bring hope. The focus of this sequel is to give a clearer view of the struggle adults with Asperger''s and their families face daily, in a narrative that is real, engaging and accessible. There is a view into the fearless flight of her son into manhood, interviews with friends and specialists, which give an intimate window into their lives and also a selection of posters. Statistics and research can only offer so much. Brooks brings the untold story. Brooks brings warmth, passion and wit to life once more-we gain insight and ultimately awareness of this misunderstood syndrome and discover the wonderful mantra that ''it''s never too late''. The beauty of this edition is it''s triumph.

Spesso i bambini con disturbi dello spettro autistico, in particolare i soggetti Asperger, mostrano un repertorio limitato di azioni e gesti per esprimere il proprio affetto e una generale carenza di empatia. È facile, ad esempio, che fatichino a riconoscere le convenzioni sociali riguardanti l’affettività, che si irrigidiscano per atteggiamenti troppo espansivi o, al contrario, che manifestino eccessive richieste d’affetto. Questo volume, scritto da due psicologi clinici con un’esperienza decennale nei disturbi dello spettro autistico, presenta un programma rivolto a insegnanti, psicologi e terapisti, finalizzato ad aiutare questi bambini e ragazzi a migliorare le proprie manifestazioni emotive e, di conseguenza, la qualità delle loro relazioni. Chiaro e semplice da attuare, il programma è articolato in 5 sessioni distinte, ognuna delle quali è dedicata a uno specifico argomento/abilità: • Sessione 1 – Analizzare i sentimenti di affetto • Sessione 2 – Riconoscere ed esprimere l’affetto • Sessione 3 – Fare e ricevere complimenti • Sessione 4 – Comprendere le ragioni per le quali esprimiamo apprezzamento o amore con parole e gesti di affetto • Sessione 5 – Sviluppare la capacità di esprimere affetto. Pensato per bambini e adolescenti, il programma può essere svolto con singoli o piccoli gruppi e consta di attività semplici da eseguire, anche per chi non abbia una specifica formazione nel settore. Già sottoposto a sperimentazione, esso ha dimostrato importanti risultati positivi, sia in termini di miglioramento della gamma di espressioni emotive che della loro modulazione e appropriatezza in relazione al contesto.