Approaches to Autism, Season 2, Episode 7: Social Skills Training

Nov 4

In this continuing series, Dr. Stephen Shore, Rob Bernstein and US Autism President Marlo Payne Thurman will discuss social skills training with Dr. Jed Baker. Dr. Baker is the director of the Social Skills Training Project, an organization serving individuals with autism and social communication problems. He also provides training internationally on the topic of social skills training and managing challenging behaviors. He is an award winning author and international speaker whose work has been featured on ABC World News, Nightline, the CBS Early Show, and the Discovery Health Channel. Don't miss this amazing opportunity to learn more about social skills training!

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Jed Baker, Ph.D.

Jed Baker, Ph.D. is the director of the Social Skills Training Project, an organization serving individuals with autism and social communication problems.

Robert J. Bernstein, MA

Robert J. Bernstein, MA has devoted his career to improving the lives of children, teenagers, and adults on the autism spectrum. He developed his cognitive-based, developmental approach for more than thirty years with clients ranging from toddlers to older adults.

Stephen Shore, Ed.D.

Diagnosed with "Atypical Development and strong autistic tendencies" and "too sick" for outpatient treatment, Dr. Shore was recommended for institutionalization. Nonverbal until four, and with much support from his parents, teachers, wife, and others, Stephen is now a professor at Adelphi University where his research focuses on matching best practice to the needs of people with autism.

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