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The experience told by the child who lives in a shelter through therapeutic play

Fabiane de Amorim Almeida1, Deborah Ferreira Souza1, Carolline Billett Miranda1

  • 1Faculdade Israelita de Ciências da Saúde Albert Einstein. Av. Professor Francisco Morato 4293, Vila Sônia. 05521-200. São Paulo SP Brasil. fabiane.almeida@einstein.br.

Ciencia & Saude Coletiva
|February 19, 2021
PubMed

Insights

Therapeutic play helped children in a shelter express their daily lives, fears, and family longing. This method provided insight into their experiences and coping mechanisms for adults.

Area of Science:

  • Child Psychology
  • Social Work
  • Qualitative Research

Background:

  • Children in shelters face unique challenges impacting their daily lives and emotional well-being.
  • Understanding these experiences is crucial for providing effective support and interventions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore and understand the lived experiences of children residing in a shelter.
  • To investigate the meaning attributed to these experiences through the lens of therapeutic play.

Main Methods:

  • A descriptive, qualitative study was conducted in a Brazilian philanthropic shelter.
  • Data were collected through observation during dramatic therapeutic play sessions with five children (ages 4-11).
  • Bardin's content analysis technique was employed for data interpretation.

Main Results:

  • Six categories emerged, detailing daily life, school experiences, family nostalgia, and fear management.
  • Children sought adult approval and found contentment in play interactions.
  • The study highlighted children's resilience and emotional expression within the shelter environment.

Conclusions:

  • Therapeutic play facilitated children's reflection and catharsis regarding their shelter experiences.
  • The study provided valuable insights for adults into the challenges children face in shelter settings.
  • This approach enhances understanding and support for children in vulnerable situations.
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