Created by Simon Baron-Cohen, Jacqueline Hill, Ofer Golan, and Sally Wheelwright
at the Autism Research Centre of the University of Cambridge in the UK, this
program (available for Windows and Mac on DVD-Rom and CD-Rom) uses actors to
portray over 5000 video and audio expressions of emotion. There is an "Emotions
library" where 412 different emotions are organized into 24 groups. Video clips
of people of all ages demonstrate through the use of stories, definitions and
explanations of the facial expressions. The "Learning Center" includes lessons and
quizzes. The "Games Zone" allows users to have a bit of fun while practicing and
testing their skills. Here users will find a special visitor -- the young actor
who portrays Harry Potter. This program is exceptionally well done.
Autism/Asperger's : Solving the Relationship Puzzle
From the publisher: "Steve Gutstein, psychologist and autism specialist, sought to discover why
children with autism lack the social skills that come so easily to the rest
of us. The result of his efforts is an innovative program - Relationship
Development Intervention - that take social skills teaching to the next
level." Dr. Gutstein is with the Connections Center in Houston, Texas and publishes (with
Dr. Rachelle Sheely) where you'll find, online, The Connections,
a newsletter for AS and HFA.
Mind Reading: the interactive guide to
emotions
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This is a special computer program designed to help people with AS, HFA, and similar
issues learn to recognize and interpret facial expressions correctly.
The software is now in "beta test". At this site, you can download a FREE trial/test version of the program, called "Gaining Face," to examine. It'll run on any Windows
95/98/NT computer.
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for a description of "Circle of Friends" and information on where to order materials.
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for information on the
Skillstreaming Series
Nationally known singer/songwriter, Cathy Bollinger collaborated with
Josh Tucker (9 year old with ASD) to create songs that address common social skill challenges,
such as looking towards ones' eyes, taking turns, saying excuse me, asking for help and MORE..
For a preview and order form please visit their web site at
www.rivannamusic.com Mention OASIS when you order and portion of the procedes will
be donated to help with the upkeep of OASIS.
Software Program to Help Learn Emotions and Facial Recognition
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This article written by Nancy Alar, is a link from the Autism Society of Wisconsin Web Site.
She runs a social group for teens and young people with autism spectrum challenges.
Connections Center director, Dr. Steven Gutstein, author of
Autism/Aspergers:Solving the Relationship Puzzle and creator of RDI (Relationship Development Intervention), has set up an archive of
social and emotional exercises that is updated weekly. Activities include
specific objectives and step-by-step instructions. Accessing the archive is
free of charge. Visit the RDI website at
www.rdiconnect.com, register and you can browse the activities. You
will also receive regular emails describing the latest activities and
additions to the site. On the web site you can also find dates and locations for RDI Training
for Parents and Professionals. This methods of social skill development has received the endorsement
of many notables in the field of Autism, including Tony Attwood, Peter Mundy, Peter
Hobson and Nancy Minshew.
by Steven Gutstein
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to order.
Designed by Dr. Steven Richfield, these are are social and emotional skill building tool that
has been endorsed by many leading experts, such as Tony Attwood. You can
read more about them at
www.parentcoachcards.com. They are also available through the
OASIS bookstore
Purchases help support OASIS.
SOFTWARE
Created by Simon Baron-Cohen, Jacqueline Hill, Ofer Golan, and Sally Wheelwright
at the Autism Research Centre of the University of Cambridge in the UK, this
program (available for Windows and Mac on DVD-Rom and CD-Rom) uses actors to
portray over 5000 video and audio expressions of emotion. There is an "Emotions
library" where 412 different emotions are organized into 24 groups. Video clips
of people of all ages demonstrate through the use of stories, definitions and
explanations of the facial expressions. The "Learning Center" includes lessons and
quizzes. The "Games Zone" allows users to have a bit of fun while practicing and
testing their skills. Here users will find a special visitor -- the young actor
who portrays Harry Potter. This program is exceptionally well done.
The Appendix from ASPERGER'S SYNDROME: A GUIDE FOR PARENTS AND PROFESSIONALS,
by Tony Attwood, PhD. includes comprehensive list of social skills materials and resources.
For information about this book and others
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