Social Success in Adolescents
At Social Skills Australia, we are dedicated to helping young individuals develop the social skills they need to navigate the complexities of today's world. Our flagship offering, the PEERS® Social Skills Training program, has consistently shown profound impacts on both adolescents and their families. A recent success story from a parent highlights the remarkable changes we see regularly through our program.
Our program is designed to benefit both parents and their children, often exceeding initial expectations. One of our participants, a 13-year-old girl without a neurodivergent diagnosis, experienced significant positive changes. Initially, her parent was skeptical about what the PEERS program could achieve. However, from the very beginning, the value of the program became evident.
This parent had stated that while some of the content seemed very basic at first glance, as her daughter began to apply the principles, everything started to build cohesively. This gradual progression allowed her to internalise and apply the lessons in real-world situations, demonstrating the program's structured approach to developing social skills.
Building Confidence and Social Success
One of the most significant changes observed in our participants is an increase in confidence. Before joining PEERS, many struggle with initiating conversations and often feel anxious in social settings. Through structured lessons and consistent practice, they begin to approach social interactions with newfound assurance. Learning how to start, enter, and maintain conversations are crucial skills for building and sustaining friendships.
This participant had now made many new friends and successfully adjusted her reputation at school, showcasing how the skills acquired not only help in social situations but also positively impact overall well-being. Our program is designed to foster such transformations, turning shy, anxious teenagers into confident, socially adept young individuals.
Parental Involvement: A Collaborative Effort
A unique aspect of the PEERS program is the active involvement of parents. We believe that collaboration between parents and instructors is vital for the success of the program. Parents receive tools and strategies to support their child's learning, reinforcing the skills taught during sessions. This approach ensures that both parents and children are working towards the same goals.
The parent of our recent success story also found the weekly sessions immensely helpful, gaining practical insights that were applicable in everyday situations. This collaboration empowers parents to guide their children’s social development effectively.
Highly Recommended for All Parents
We highly recommend the PEERS program to any parent of a teenager or young person. Whether your child has a neurodivergent diagnosis or not, the skills taught in this program are universally applicable and incredibly valuable. The structured, evidence-based approach ensures that participants not only learn theoretical concepts but also how to apply them in real-life scenarios.
The transformation we witness in participants like this 13-year-old girl is a testament to the program’s effectiveness. Seeing young individuals move from being shy and anxious to confident and socially skilled is incredibly rewarding.
Enroll Today
If you want to see similar positive changes in your child, consider enrolling them in our next PEERS Social Skills Training program. Our next intake begins on August 13, 2024, and spots are filling up quickly. Give your child the gift of confidence and social success – enroll today!