To systematically review the application and progress of psychological sandplay therapy in children's rehabilitation, emphasizing its effects, advantages, and existing challenges.
Key Findings:
Sandplay therapy effectively alleviates psychological trauma and emotional dysregulation in children, as evidenced by various studies.
It fosters social competence and cognitive development, with specific improvements noted in language expression and social participation among children with autism spectrum disorder.
Interpretation:
The article highlights the potential of sandplay therapy as a non-verbal therapeutic approach suitable for children with various psychological and developmental challenges, particularly in enhancing emotional expression.
Limitations:
Most research in China consists of case studies with insufficient sample sizes, limiting the generalizability of findings.
There is a lack of analysis and intervention for children with chronic diseases or disabilities, which may overlook a significant population in need.
Conclusion:
The article aims to promote further research and standardization of sandplay therapy in pediatric rehabilitation, emphasizing the need to address identified limitations to enhance its application and effectiveness.
A large audit of biomedical publications suggests fabricated references are increasingly appearing in peer-reviewed papers — often in ways that are difficult for reviewers and readers to detect.
