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Exploring the impact of child-centered play therapy for children exhibiting behavioral problems: A meta-analysis

Forfatter(e)
Parker, M. M. Hunnicutt Hollenbaugh, K. Kelly, C. T.
År
2021
DOI
10.1037/pla0000128
Tidsskrift
International Journal of Play Therapy
Sider
No Pagination Specified
Kategori(er)
Atferdsproblemer, antisosial atferd og atferdsforstyrrelser
Tiltakstype(r)
Leketerapi
Abstract

The authors conducted a meta-analysis exploring the effectiveness of child-centered play therapy (CCPT) approaches with children referred for disruptive behaviors across 23 between group studies (N = 908). Separate meta-analytic procedures were conducted for studies that implemented wait-list/no treatment and alternative treatment comparisons to estimate the aggregated treatment effect of CCPT approaches. Results revealed medium Hedges's g effect sizes for externalizing and overall problem behaviors compared to alternative treatment and waitlist controls, and small Hedges's g effect sizes for aggressive behaviors. The authors explore the impact of CCPT on behavioral disruptions, implications for therapists, and ways in which therapists can utilize play therapy to meet the increasing rates of childhood behavioral disorders. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2021 APA, all rights reserved)