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Case Reports
. 2013 Apr;80(4):303-8.
doi: 10.1007/s12098-012-0807-8. Epub 2012 Jul 6.

Exploring play therapy in pediatric oncology: a preliminary endeavour

Uttara Chari  1 , Uma Hirisave, L Appaji
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Case Reports

Exploring play therapy in pediatric oncology: a preliminary endeavour

Uttara Chari et al. Indian J Pediatr. 2013 Apr.

Abstract

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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