Consistent with the improvement in “Social skills” on the WPP and “Social interaction” on the SIB-R, there was a significant difference in the “Socialization” score on the OEI-R (p=0.01). This finding indicated an improved emotional response in relation to socialization in the work context. Significant improvement was also noted in the “Confusion” score on the OEI-R after the programme (p = 0.04). The decrease in confused behaviour included confused speech, muttering to self and self-stimulatory rocking or shaking. In addition, borderline improvements were noted in the “Depression” and “Self-concept” scores on the OEI-R (p = 0.06 in both subscales). The overall score in OEI-R also indicated a significant improvement after the programme (p = 0.008).