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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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