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The effect of play therapy on separation anxiety disorder in children

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The effect of play therapy on separation anxiety disorder in children

Authors & Publication Information:

Jalali, S., & Molavi, H. (2011). The effect of play therapy on separation anxiety disorder in children. Journal of Psychology, 14, 370-382.

Findings

Children who participated in group play therapy demonstrated statistically significant reduction in separation anxiety as compared to no treatment control group.

*Findings are interpreted with caution due to insufficient data or lack of clarity including instances when full article is published in language other than English.

Sample Characteristics

N = 30 Children diagnosed with separation anxiety disorder

Study Characteristics

Group CCPT

  • 6 sessions
  • 1x weekly
Measurements

Child Abnormal Symptoms Inventory (CSI-4)