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PEERS Resource Hub
Explore articles, updates, and insights from the MindOf clinical team on social development, neurodiversity, and the PEERS® model. This section is updated regularly to support families, educators, and professionals working with autistic children and teens.
Building the Network: Referral Pathways and Ongoing Connection
Establishing clear referral processes and maintaining communication between services maximizes PEERS' impact within the broader support...
MindOf
Jul 31, 2025
Global Perspectives: Cultural Adaptations and Inclusive Practice
PEERS demonstrates effectiveness across diverse cultural contexts through thoughtful adaptations that preserve core methodologies while...
MindOf
Jul 30, 2025
The Research Foundation: Evidence Supporting PEERS Effectiveness
Multiple randomized controlled trials and international validation studies provide robust evidence for PEERS' effectiveness across...
MindOf
Jul 29, 2025
Making the Right Referrals: Clinical Decision-Making Guidelines
Clear referral guidelines help professionals identify which young people will benefit most from PEERS and how the program complements...
MindOf
Jul 28, 2025
The Critical Partnership: Family Engagement and Systemic Change
Parent/caregiver involvement transforms PEERS from a discrete intervention into a sustainable system of support, improving outcomes while...
MindOf
Jul 21, 2025
Breaking the Loneliness Cycle: Measurable Impacts on Peer Relationships
Research consistently demonstrates PEERS' effectiveness in facilitating genuine friendships and reducing loneliness, with subsequent...
MindOf
Jul 14, 2025
From Anxiety to Confidence: Addressing Emotional Barriers to Social Engagement
PEERS provides a structured pathway for young people with social anxiety to gradually build confidence through supported exposure,...
MindOf
Jul 7, 2025
Beyond Masking: Authentic Social Connection and Neurodiversity
PEERS respects neurodivergence while offering practical tools for those who actively seek social connection, emphasising genuine...
MindOf
Jun 30, 2025
Building Neural Pathways: The Science of Repetition and Feedback
PEERS employs structured behavioral rehearsal and immediate coaching feedback to transform intellectual understanding into automatic...
MindOf
Jun 23, 2025
Breaking Down the Building Blocks: PEERS Core Curriculum
PEERS transforms complex social interactions into concrete, teachable components that directly address core social communication...
MindOf
Jun 16, 2025
Navigating the Social Maze: Common Struggles and Their Impact
Understanding the specific social challenges faced by neurodivergent youth provides critical context for effective intervention and...
MindOf
Jun 9, 2025
PEERS social skills group curriculum
PEERS® (Program for the Education and Enrichment of Relational Skills) is a 14-module, 12-week evidence-based social skills intervention...
MindOf
Jun 6, 2025
The PEERS Revolution: Meeting a Critical Need
An introduction to why social skills training is essential for autistic young people, and how PEERS® responds to this need.
MindOf
Jun 2, 2025
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