The conquered giant: The use of the computer in play therapy

Abstract:

The computer plays an important role in every day life. It could represent a powerful tool in play therapy, but play therapists still lag behind in their use of computers in general. Children handle the computer with much more ease than adults. Boys are more attracted to computers than girls. They are especially fascinated by aggressive computer games. The learning potential of the computer is seemingly endless but several risks exist, as the addictive power and the moral adult world of internet is not adapted to the young child. The pace of the computer fits the modern child well. In play therapy the computer can be very useful in the treatment of problems like anxiety, aggression management, ADHD, but also as a general tool. It can further 'automatic writing' and help the child express inner turmoil.

Año de publicación:

2003

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scopus