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Child life services.

, Jerriann M Wilson

    Pediatrics
    |October 4, 2006
    PubMed
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    Child life programs support children

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    Area of Science:

    • Pediatric healthcare
    • Psychosocial support
    • Child development

    Background:

    • Hospitalization and healthcare experiences can cause psychosocial distress in children.
    • Child life programs are increasingly standard in pediatric settings to address these concerns.
    • Child life specialists focus on children's strengths and well-being.

    Framework:

    • Child life interventions utilize play and psychological preparation.
    • These methods facilitate coping and adjustment during stressful healthcare experiences.
    • Key goals include promoting development, providing information, and rehearsing coping strategies.

    Implementation:

    • Play and age-appropriate communication are primary tools.
    • Interventions help children process past or impending experiences.
    • Therapeutic relationships are established to support family involvement.

    Implications:

    • Child life programs minimize adverse effects of healthcare experiences.
    • Benefits extend beyond the healthcare setting, optimizing school and community reintegration.
    • Collaborative work enhances the child's overall care continuum.