Aims: This study was performed to investigate the effectiveness of play-based empathy training on social skills in autistic students. Materials and Methods: It was a preliminary study with the pretest-posttest design, and a control group. The statistical population consisted all students with autism spectrum disorders in Rasht city in academic year 2016-17. The sample included 8 students selected via available sampling method put randomly into the experimental (N=4) and control group (N=4). After taking the pretest through Social Skills Assessment (stone et al, 2010), the experimental group participated in 18 45-minutes sessions of play-based empathy training, while the control group received no intervention. At the end, the posttest was performed on both groups. Results: The results showed that play-based empathy training increases on social skills development in autistic students. Discussion and Conclusion: The results provide support for the role of play-based empathy training plays in increasing social skills and psychological health in students with Autistic Spectrum Disorders.
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