Therapy Activity

Friendship Check-In: Listening to Yourself and Noticing Patterns

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Print Resource — US LETTER — 2 PAGES

Population:

Pediatric

Discipline:

OTSLP

Diagnosis:

AutismExecutive FunctionLanguage Development

Help middle school and teen clients reflect on their friendships through a neurodiversity-affirming lens that emphasizes self-awareness, patterns, and relationship balance rather than rigid social rules. This resource guides discussions about how relationships feel, how effort is shared over time, and how to recognize personal needs and boundaries in friendships. This printable therapy activity is for occupational therapists and speech-language pathologists working with pediatric patients, covering Autism, Executive Function and Language Development. Print Resource, US LETTER, 2 PAGES. Members can view and print it.

Use this resource when a patient, family, or colleague asks:

How can I help an autistic teen recognize patterns in friendships?
How can I discuss one sided friendships with a middle school student?
How can I support a neurodivergent teen who feels confused about peer relationships?

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