Beschreibung:
This popular manual presents an empirically tested format and ready-made curricula for skills training groups in a range of settings. Part I takes therapists and counselors step by step through assessing clients' existing skills, teaching new skills, and managing common treatment challenges. Part II comprises over 60 ready-to-photocopy skill sheets. Each sheet--essentially a complete lesson plan--explains the rationale for the skill at hand, breaks it down into smaller steps, suggests role-play scenarios, and highlights special considerations. Of special value for practitioners, the 8 1/2" x 11" format makes it easy to reproduce and use the practical materials in the book.
I. Principles, Format, and Techniques for Social Skills Training of Clients with Schizophrenia1. Schizophrenia and Social Skills2. Social Skills Training as an Evidence-Based Practice3. Assessment of Social Skills4. Teaching Social Skills5. Starting a Skills Group6. Using Curricula for Social Skills Training Groups7. Tailoring Skills for Individual Needs8. Troubleshooting: Common Problems and Challenging Clients9. Working with Clients Who Abuse Drugs and Alcohol10. Reducing Relapse by Creating a Supportive Environment11. Parting Tips for Social Skills TrainersII. Steps for Teaching Specific Social Skills: Curricular Skill SheetsAppendix A. Materials Useful to Group LeadersAppendix B. Materials Related to Assessment