Handbook of Research on Play Specialism Strategies to Prevent Pediatric Hospitalization Trauma

The Handbook of Research on Play Specialism Strategies to Prevent Pediatric Hospitalization Trauma highlights the crucial role of play in mitigating the psychological and emotional impact of hospitalization on children. By employing structured play activities, trained play specialists can reduce anxiety, depression, and negative emotions, while supporting both children’s and parents’ coping strategies and treatment adherence. The book emphasizes the importance of recognizing and integrating play strategies across healthcare systems globally.

Key Features:

• Explores play strategies that prevent trauma, anxiety, and depression in hospitalized children.
• Focuses on chronically ill children, pediatric oncology patients, and culturally sustaining practices.
• Highlights the rights of hospitalized children and the therapeutic value of play.
• Demonstrates the impact of play on biopsychosocial health, coping, and treatment compliance.
• Serves as a resource for psychologists, psychiatrists, pediatricians, nurses, play specialists, researchers, and educators.