Preface. Foreword: Mirrors and Bridges. Robert J. Landy, Ph.D., RDT-BCT, LCAT. Introduction: Mirror, Mirror on the Wall. Part I. Behind the Scenes: Theoretical Constructs. 1. Dramatic Encounters. 2. Engaging Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The diagnoses. Possible causes. Treatment approaches. Developmental considerations. Positive intervention. Back through the looking glass. 3. Drama: Mirroring the Neurological Soul. Part II. Center Stage: Theory in Action. 4. Constructing a Process Reflective Enactment Approach to Social Skills. 5. Recognition: Establishing Roles. 6. Unity: Building Ensemble. 7. Character: Reflecting Goodness and Appropriateness. 8. Plot: Organizing Events. 9. Diction and Reasoning: Social Scripting, Facial Cues and Body Language. 10. Complication and Resolution: Interactive Language Skills. 11. Comedy and Plot: Broadening Perspectives and Constructing Solutions. 12. Actions and Life: Simulating Events. 13. Reversal: Individualized Scripting. 14. Episodic Outline: Tools for Reflection and Celebration. 15. The Teen Experience. 16. Reflections: I See You. References. Subject Index. Author Index.
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Lee Chasen brilliantly connects current brain research with the challenges of autism to demonstrate why drama therapy works neurologically and practically as a powerful, motivating therapy for children and youth on the autism spectrum...Pragmatic and playful, this is a valuable resource able to be replicated successfully by other clinicians. I know that I will use it!