The+Cat+Kit

The CAT-Kit or Cognitive Affective Training kit, written by renowned ASD specialist Dr. Tony Attwood is designed to support individuals with an Autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, intellectual impairment as well as individuals with anxiety, emotion, social and communication difficulties.

The program is made up of highly visual, interactive, and customizable communication essentials for children and young adults. The visual and concrete elements that make up the kit are engaging and encourage people with autism to express and discuss their emotions, thoughts and feelings in a supportive approach – without being inhibited by a lack of words. Furthermore, it is also assistive in addressing how emotions and thoughts have direct impact on behaviours, and help in discovering alternative behaviours in managing emotions and social skills.




 * A detailed description of the components that make up the Cat Kit can be here.**

The Cat-Kit has been successfully implemented in a variety of different environments. It can be incorporated into the classroom and by the teacher effectively with assistance in such areas such as:
 * Conflict resolution between peers
 * Helping students understand different perspectives between age groups
 * Helping teachers understand common misconceptions with displays of emotion by students
 * Encouraging students to discuss their emotions
 * Obtaining vital information in regards to a student’s feelings and thoughts that are present behind dysfunctional behaviour.

The CAT-Kit can be a highly effective and valuable resource in the classroom. The kit includes a plethora of strategies to use with children with autism and other communication disorders – and provides easy access and storage. The customizable make it easy to adapt to suit students individual needs. Great success could also be found by using the kit collaboratively with parents – at both home and school.

For all further information on the CAT-Kit, refer to its official website here.