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Social Skills Groups

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What is Social Skills Groups?

Structured group programs teaching social interaction, conversation, and friendship skills.

Research

Evidence Summary

Social Skills Groups for autism remain an emerging intervention area with very limited research evidence currently available. Based on existing studies, there is insufficient data to draw conclusions about effectiveness. Parents interested in this approach should recognize that while it may have intuitive appeal, the evidence base remains preliminary and more rigorous research is needed to understand its actual benefits and best applications.

Evidence last reviewed: 9 June 2026

Research

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'Someone like-minded in a big place': Autistic young adults' attitudes towards autistic peer support in mainstream education.

Autism : the international journal of research and practice2023

Crompton Catherine J, Hallett Sonny, Axbey Harriet et al.

Plain-English summary

Researchers interviewed 13 autistic young adults about whether they would have wanted peer support from other autistic students while at school. The participants were very interested in this idea and felt it could help with belonging and wellbeing. They wanted any peer support to be flexible, positive, and celebrate neurodiversity. The findings suggest autistic students may benefit from connecting with other autistic peers in school settings.

Summary by AutismInsights from published abstract.

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