How play makes hospital less traumatic for children

Lindsay P. South
Feb 26, 2023
1 min read

Play is how children learn to navigate the world, create relationships, manage their emotions and cope with stressful situations.

There aren't many experiences more stressful than being ill and receiving treatment in hospital yet many do not offer much in the way of play, despite this being a government requirement.

Why is it so important? [ read more ]

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