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The Power of Play to Heal and Connect

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Explore the transformative power of play in healing and connecting with children in this 15-minute TEDx talk. Discover how play therapy can bridge the gap between children's emotional and verbal development, enabling adults to better understand and support young minds. Learn from Amy Work, a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and Registered Play Therapist, as she shares insights on using play as a tool to address mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, and behavioral issues in children and adolescents. Gain valuable perspectives on age-appropriate expectations, the importance of emotional preparation for young adulthood, and the potential of play therapy in fostering meaningful connections between adults and children.

Syllabus

Intro
Age Appropriate
Inappropriate Expectations
Play Therapy
Teenagers
Kids

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4.5 rating, based on 2 Class Central reviews

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    GUSTAVO LUIZ PACHECO
    The speaker addresses the topic clearly and objectively without, however, turning the presentation into a superficial event. This would be a huge mistake, given the importance of the topic.
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    IPHILLIP KILONZO
    The video cause is so educating as the presenter tackles the key areas of play therapy. She also explains the dos and the don'ts during a child's play session.
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