The Secret Rules of Social Networking

The Secret Rules of Social Networking, helps readers develop online connections that satisfy the need we all have for affiliation with others. The book also aims to help readers use their online experiences to improve their in-person relationships and, as a result, find all of their relationships more navigable, less anxiety producing, and more fun.

The Secret Rules of Social Networking outlines the unstated rules that guide positive relationships overall. The book then demonstrates how one can carry these relationships into an online environment. The authors address Internet safety, romantic relationships, online vs. in-person interactions and more, with a particular focus on adolescents and young adults with communication and social skills challenges.

This title can easily serve as a resource in a curriculum that breaks down the information into a series of simple lessons, supported by social stories and other teaching aids.

"This book is an excellent teaching tool for parents, teachers and counselors to promote safety and success online."
- Sheller Wiles, Director, Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders Training at Antioch University New England