Autism and Depression: A Workbook for Adolescents and Adults

by Katie Saint PhD, LPC, BCBA-D,, Carlos Torres BS

Overview

Autism and depression are very commonly diagnosed together in young adults. This book is for them.

Katie Saint and Carlos Torres, authors of AWKWARD: The Social Dos and Don’ts, have created another user-friendly resource by combining the issues and needs of young adults with both Autism and Depression into one workbook. Autism and Depression uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to target emotional regulation skills, perspective-taking, acceptance, independent goal setting, and skill-building related to symptoms associated with depression. This book can be used individually or with a trusted therapist or friend.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781949177466
Publisher:	Future Horizons, Inc.
Publication date:	08/25/2020
Pages:	75
Product dimensions:	7.00(w) x 10.00(h) x (d)
Age Range:	13 - 18 Years

About the Author

Katie Saint is a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst and licensed professional therapist. She presents locally and internationally on topics related to Autism, mental health, and Applied Behavior Analysis, and has a private mental health counseling practice. She is also the Director of Training at an autism treatment program and has designed college courses as well as published books and articles related to mental health. She lives in Wisconsin.

Carlos Torres is an author, coach, and therapist of kids and adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder. He creates curriculum and designs groups for adolescents and young adults with autism, as well as coaches special needs sports teams. With a background in special education, he now works full-time designing skills programs and behavioral interventions for an in-home autism treatment program. He lives in Wisconsin.

Table of Contents

Instructions 1

Why Use This Book? 3

Depression Symptom Checklist 4

Traits Commonly Associated with Autism 6

Evaluation of Triggers 8

Hygiene 10

Identifying Experiential Avoidance 11

Identifying Your Priorities 19

Goal-Setting Tools and Resources 21

Depressive Cycle Visual Goal-Setting Worksheet 22

Identifying Support Systems 23

Data Collection 24

Increasing the Feel-Good Chemicals 25

Self-Reflection on Consequences 27

Mood Evaluation 29

Barriers 32

Acceptance 34

Appreciating the Good 35

Problem Thoughts 36

Strategies for Dismissing Unhelpful Thoughts 37

Perspective-Taking Activity 39

Emotional Reaction Mapping 40

Skill Development Activities to Fight Depression 42

Communication 45

Rigidity 51

Sensory 55

Reassessment 59

Troubleshooting 62

References 63

Author Bios 65