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play therapy

noun

Definition of PLAY THERAPY

:  psychotherapy in which a child is encouraged to reveal feelings and conflicts in play rather than by verbalization
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First Known Use of PLAY THERAPY

1939
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play therapy

noun \ˈplā-ˌ\

Medical Definition of PLAY THERAPY

:  psychotherapy in which a child is encouraged to reveal feelings and conflicts in play rather than by verbalization

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