ASU Peer Program for Socialization (APPS)
ASU Peer Program for Socialization (APPS) is an activity-based program where preteens, teens and young adults are grouped with similar-aged peers with diagnosed and undiagnosed social-pragmatic communication challenges. Groups are formed by matching members based on age and goal areas.
Beginning in Spring 2020 and until further notice, APPS will meet in a secure online format.
Meetings support interactive communication focusing on collaboration, negotiation, teamwork, problem solving, executive function, social-emotional learning and social interaction. Participants can join the group at any time throughout the semester.
Practice the skills people use to be successful in social relationships and social interaction.
Graduate student clinicians meet weekly with participants to practice social and pragmatic communication skills.
What can I expect?
- Graduate clinicians, supervised by ASHA-certified speech-language pathologists, will lead sessions.
- Practice interaction with others in a skilled, supported environment. Topics may include:
- Joining in activities with peers
- "Reading Between the Lines" in conversation and interactions
- Engaging in successful conversations and group work negotiation
- Using and understanding body language and tone of voice
- Increasing range of conversational topics and interests
- Handling disagreements and compromising
- Explaining ideas and cooperative verbal problem solving
- Considering the perspective of others in conversations
- Recognizing personal talents and strengths
For more information or to register for ASU Peer Program for Socialization, please contact the ASU Speech and Hearing Clinic.
Dates and Times
Spring 2021:
Mondays at 4 p.m. for 50 minutes
January 25-April 5
Summer 2021:
Days and times TBA
May 31-July 9
Fall 2021:
Days and times TBA
September 6-November 22