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Going to college can be a daunting prospect for any young person, but for teenagers on the autism spectrum this is especially true. Developing College Skills in Students with Autism and Asperger's Syndrome describes the unique needs that ASD students entering further or higher education are likely to have. Sarita Freedman identifies several necessary skill sets, along with effective intervention strategies for facilitating skill development throughout the student's elementary, middle and high school years. Several specific accommodations, supports, and classroom/teaching strategies that benefit students with ASD need are presented. Finally, Dr. Freedman suggests a number of changes for streamlining public service delivery systems so that future students with ASD can be better prepared for their adult lives.
About the Author
Sarita Freedman, PhD is a licensed psychologist practicing in southern California. She specializes in autism spectrum disorders, and works with individuals of all ages. Dr. Freedman's expertise spans diagnosis and treatment of both adults and children with ASD, family and sibling support, general parenting and parenting for families of individuals with ASD, professional training/supervision, and publication of several articles. She has presented extensively on various aspects of working with individuals of all ages with ASD, at professional conferences and on television news broadcasts. Currently, she is interested in helping adolescents and young adults be better prepared for life beyond high school, including college. Her website address is: www.saritafreedman.com
