Personality difficulties in preschool children as revealed through play themes and styles

Explains why play is an important tool for understanding and diagnosing children's problems, outlining signals for concern in children's play. Focuses on three areas of play where deviations can be observed: thematic content, style of play, and social interactions in play. Suggests strateg...

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Published in:	Young children Vol. 50; no. 4; pp. 4 - 9
Main Authors:	Curry, N.E, Arnaud, S.H
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	New York National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) 01-05-1995 National Association for the Education of Young Children
Subjects:	Adopted children Adults Aggression Behavior Problems Caregiver Child Relationship Caregiver Role Caregivers Child Behavior Child care Child Caregivers Child molestation Children Dramatic Play Early Childhood Education emotional disturbances Interpersonal Relationship Parent Role Play Style Play therapy Preschool children School age children Student Evaluation Theater
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Summary:	Explains why play is an important tool for understanding and diagnosing children's problems, outlining signals for concern in children's play. Focuses on three areas of play where deviations can be observed: thematic content, style of play, and social interactions in play. Suggests strategies for dealing with these deviations, examining the role of caregiver and the child's parents. (BAC)
ISSN:	0044-0728 2831-7858