ABSTRACT:
Hospitalization can lead to anxiety in children due to unfamiliar surroundings and medical procedures. This study evaluates the effectiveness of play therapy in reducing anxiety among hospitalized children aged 6–12 years. A pre-experimental one-group pre-test post-test design was used with 40 participants. The findings revealed a significant reduction in anxiety levels (t = 13.66, p < 0.001). Play therapy is an effective, simple, and cost-efficient intervention in pediatric care.
Cite this article:
Komal Vala. A study to assess the effectiveness of play therapy on anxiety among hospitalized children (6-12 years), at a selected hospital, Rajkot. International Journal of Advances in Nursing Management.2026;14(2):92-4. doi: 10.52711/2454-2652.2026.00019
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Komal Vala. A study to assess the effectiveness of play therapy on anxiety among hospitalized children (6-12 years), at a selected hospital, Rajkot. International Journal of Advances in Nursing Management.2026;14(2):92-4. doi: 10.52711/2454-2652.2026.00019 Available on: https://ijanm.com/AbstractView.aspx?PID=2026-14-2-5
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