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Play and Therapeutic Interventions for Hospitalized Children
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Description
The book explores foundational theories of child development and the impact of hospitalization on development, providing a framework for effective interventions. It offers insights into practical applications, including the creation of hospital playrooms, therapeutic relationships, and play as an assessment tool. With chapters dedicated to different types of play, such as normalization, therapeutic, medical, and educational play, as well as considerations for siblings and caretakers, the book presents a comprehensive view of the importance of play in child life practice within a hospital setting.
Play and Therapeutic Interventions for Hospitalized Children is ideal for courses in child life, pediatric healthcare, therapeutic play, and child development at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. It also serves as a valuable guide for professionals practicing within pediatric hospital environments and for those interested in the psychosocial care of children facing medical challenges.
Product details
Binding:
Paperback
Number of Pages:
250
Release Date:
2025-12-22
Publication Date:
2025-12-22
Publisher:
Cognella Academic Publishing
Languages:
Original:
English
ISBN13:
9798823341868
Weight:
545 g
Height:
203 cm
Width:
254 cm
Thickness:
14 cm
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