I work in an "autism academy" that basically accepts anyone...?

Question

In your years as an educator, w hat prevention programs are useful with students (ADHD) with either overt or covert antisocial behavior, and which ones seem to work the best. I am at wits end.

Answer 1

There is soo much new research on autism. Check the Nathan Klein Institute for some ideas.
ADHD is not the same as autism, but both can have challenging social behaviors. Kids need you break down the steps to proper social interactions, and teach them as you would any other skills....how to make eye contact, how to ask a question, how to give a compliment.
I had kids play "duck duck goose..." but they had to say something nice to the person they tapped on the head, and rather than chase each other, they would go in opposite directions, when they met, they would have to greet each other well, and offer a compliment, and the other said thank you. There was a lot of "I like your shirt..." because they were slow to say, "I like your laugh" or something more personal, but they did get there. And more than that, they did ASK to play the game when they had free time! These were elementary school kids.
For the fourth grade girls....in general, it helps to be forthright about the concept of not being mean.

Answer 2

Hi- there are many focusing and relaxing simple techniques for educators and learning strategies in the video / book BEING IN CONTROL : Natural Solutions For ADHD Dyslexia and Test Anxiety. There is also a video for GSR Biofeedback relaxation and focusing techniques. By Jason Alster , with Amazon.com
Links below.

Answer 3

For social skills training programs I really like Skillstreaming. They have different books/ activities for age groups, but I often use the early childhood curriculum for most elementary students with autism because of the visual supports it provides.
http://www.skillstreaming.com/