Indian School Psychology Association

Journal of Child and Adolescent Behavior

Effectiveness of Play Therapy on Behavioural Problems among Children: A Pre-Post Intervention

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Understanding children’s behaviour is crucial, as they often manifest their struggles through actions that may cause problems. Whether they “act out” by not following instructions, display anxiety, or withdraw, these behaviours signal difficulties in coping with life events. At home, children might hesitate to express themselves to avoid upsetting parents, while at school; they may resort to inappropriate behaviors due to an inability to convey their feelings. Behavioural problems, categorized as psychosocial disorders, habit disorders, anxiety disorders, disruptive behaviour, and sleeping problems, can occur in children of all ages.