Title

Effectiveness of Group Play Therapy on Problematic Behaviors and Symptoms of Anxiety of Preschool Children

Abstract

The current study explored the effects of child-centered group play therapy (CCGPT) on anxiety symptoms and problematic classroom behaviors of preschool children. Using a single case design, 4 preschool children with clinical levels of anxiety problems as rated by parents or teachers on the Child Behavior Checklist/Caregiver-Teacher Report Form, participated in 10 sessions of CCGPT. Participants’ problematic classroom behaviors were examined prior to and during participation in CCGPT. After participation in group play therapy, all 4 children exhibited decreased anxiety symptoms and fewer problematic classroom behaviors. A discussion of limitations and implications for future research are discussed.

Document Type

Article

DOI

https://doi.org/10.1080/01933922.2019.1599478

Keywords

Anxiety, classroom behaviors, group play therapy, preschool children

Publication Date

4-3-2019

Journal Title

Journal for Specialists in Group Work

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