This structured fillable PDF self-study workbook (a complete, 40-page resource) brings together every stage of dating and relationships into one place, from deciding whether you are ready to start, through to recognising red flags, meeting safely in person, and handling endings with confidence. It is designed for independent use, or with guidance from an instructor, parent, or support worker, and can be used alongside SLEducation’s other Dating and Relationships resources, including the Reading Message Tone, Identifying and Giving Signals of Interest, and Safe Online Dating Practices presentations, and the scenario card set.

What Is Inside

• Twelve structured sections covering the full dating and relationships journey: readiness, recognising signals of interest, reading message tone, sharing special interests, safe online dating, recognising manipulation and red flags, meeting someone in person safely, managing dating anxiety, communication within a relationship, handling endings, a full case study, and a personal reflection log
• Hands-on activities throughout, including sorting, matching, decoding, and checklist exercises
• A complete case study that draws every section together into one realistic scenario
• A personal reflection log with three entries for ongoing, real-world use
• An instructor review page for professional or parent sign-off
• Fillable PDF format throughout, with typed text boxes and checkboxes, so it can be completed on a device or printed

Why This Resource Works

• Every topic explains why it can be genuinely harder for individuals with ASD before moving into practice, so nothing is assumed
• Clear, literal, and direct language throughout, with no idioms or unexplained assumptions
• Addresses the two-way misreading dynamic: how an individual’s literal responses can be misread by others, and how others’ signals can be misread in return
• Reflects where individuals with ASD actually meet partners, including shared interest communities, gaming spaces, and Discord, not only dating apps
• Uses current UK statistics and avoids naming specific platforms, so the content stays accurate over time
• Distinguishes dating dynamics when both individuals have ASD from situations where only one person does

Perfect For

• Individuals with ASD and those with social communication differences aged 18 and over
• Instructors, parents, and support workers looking for a structured, judgement-free way to open conversations about dating and relationships
• One-to-one sessions, small groups, or fully independent self-study
• Pairing with other resources in the Dating and Relationships series for a fuller programme of study.

All content uses clear, literal, and neutral language throughout. Resources are universally applicable, with no political, ideological, or religious content.

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