The use of a playroom as a nursing intervention with the early adolescent age group

J Child Adolesc Psychiatr Nurs. 1994 Oct-Dec;7(4):38-43. doi: 10.1111/j.1744-6171.1994.tb00241.x.

Abstract

Most interventions for adolescents have relied upon a group format. Early-age adolescents who demonstrate hyperactivity, cognitive impairment, or regressive behavior often find the "talk" format of groups difficult. This article advocates the use of a classic playroom equipped with materials for the early adolescent as an adjunct intervention to individual and milieu therapy modalities. Two case examples illustrate the use of a playroom as an intervention.

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Age Factors
  • Games, Experimental*
  • Humans
  • Play and Playthings*
  • Psychiatric Nursing / methods*
  • Psychotherapy / methods*