Bibliotherapy as a recreational therapy intervention in pediatric oncology
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https://doi.org/10.5055/ajrt.2019.0193Keywords:
bibliotherapy, oncology, pediatric, recreational therapist, coping, anxietyAbstract
Objective: To examine the literature, facilitate understanding of the intervention and contribute to the evidence-based practice on the use of bibliotherapy with children who have cancer to facilitate coping skills for anxiety.
Methods: A literature review was conducted to examine the practice of bibliotherapy when used with children who have cancer and implications for recreational therapy practice were developed.
Results: While the research on bibliotherapy is limited in recreational therapy literature, there is evidence that it can reduce anxiety and facilitate coping skills for children living with cancer.
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