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Exploring play therapy in pediatric oncology: a preliminary endeavour
Uttara Chari1, Uma Hirisave, L Appaji
1Department of Clinical Psychology, National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences, Hosur Road, Bangalore 560029, India. uchari@gmail.com
Objective:
To discuss the benefits and feasibility of play therapy in pediatric oncology.
Methods:
This is highlighted through the use of a case report of non-directive play therapy with a 4 y- old girl, diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia. The outcome of play therapy was examined using a combination of qualitative and quantitative assessments.
Results:
The benefits of play therapy with this child were manifested in better illness adjustment and general mental well-being, enhanced coping, and normalization.
Conclusions:
Having illustrated benefits of play therapy in pediatric oncology, this paper discusses its feasibility and proposes avenues for clinical practice and research endeavours.
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