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THE IMPORTANCE OF PLAY DURING HOSPITALIZATION OF CHILDREN

Konstantinos Koukourikos1, Laila Tzeha1, Parthenopi Pantelidou2

  • 1Nursing Department, Alexander Technological Educational Institute (ATEI) of Thessaloniki, Greece.

Materia Socio-Medica
|February 19, 2016
PubMed

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Play, including therapeutic play and play therapy, significantly aids hospitalized children

Area of Science:

  • Child Psychology
  • Pediatric Healthcare
  • Child Development

Background:

  • Play is fundamental for children's psychosomatic development and communication.
  • It is recognized as a statutory right for all children.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To comprehensively review and highlight the role of play for hospitalized children.
  • To synthesize existing data on play interventions in pediatric hospital settings.

Main Methods:

  • A literature review was conducted using Scopus, PubMed, and Cinhal.
  • Keywords included 'therapeutic play,' 'play therapy,' 'hospitalized child,' and 'therapist.'

Main Results:

  • Therapeutic play and play therapy offer significant benefits for ill children's physical and emotional well-being.
  • Play helps children process hospital experiences, reduces negative feelings, and is beneficial in pre-operative preparation and cancer care.
  • It contributes positively to recovery and overall health outcomes.

Conclusions:

  • Healthcare professionals can effectively utilize play as a tool to support hospitalized children.
  • Appropriate training, patience, and commitment are essential for successful implementation of play interventions.
  • Play can be a vital component of pediatric care, enhancing recovery and well-being.
Abstract

Keywords:
Therapeutic playhospitalized childplay therapytherapist

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