• J Pediatr Oncol Nurs · Oct 1989

    Use of art and play therapy in pediatric oncology.

    • C Walker.
    • J Pediatr Oncol Nurs. 1989 Oct 1;6(4):121-6.

    AbstractPlay enhances a child's physical growth and development and contributes to the mastery of language and social skills. It is essential for the child's psychological development and maturation. An overview of the field of play and art psychotherapy is presented with an outline of the function of play for the physically ill child. Techniques of play and art therapy that nurses can use for children with cancer, including therapeutic play, are described.

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