UCLA PEERS SOCIAL SKILLS GROUP for ADOLESCENTS CERTIFIED

Some children learn to say “hello,” “thank you,” and take turns simply by watching others. However, kids with learning or attention challenges may not pick up on typical social interactions just through observation. If your child struggles with social skills, a social skills group can provide valuable support.
 

Social skills go far beyond basic communication; they’re essential for making friends, thriving in school, and later on, for building and maintaining a career.

In a social skills class, children can develop important abilities they’ll use throughout their lives, including how to:
 

• Greet others

• Start a conversation

• Respond appropriately to others

• Keep a conversation going

• Share and take turns

• Ask for help

• Build and maintain friendships