Question 1

A theme is&#10;A) a child's anxiety about the termination of play therapy.&#10;B) a child's signal that he no longer needs play therapy.&#10;C) a recurrence of certain events or topics in a child's play.&#10;D) the child's ability to comprehend abstract concepts.&#10;E) the reason a child is in play therapy.

Accepted Answer

A theme in play therapy refers to the recurring topics or events that appear in a child's play. It can provide insight into the child's thoughts, emotions, and experiences, and can be used by the therapist to help the child work through any unresolved issues or conflicts. Options A, B, D, and E do not accurately define a theme in play therapy.

Question 2

Which of the following may indicate that a child is progressing in play therapy?&#10;A) Abstractions in play&#10;B) Anxiety about ending play therapy&#10;C) First-time behavior&#10;D) How the therapist believes the child is doing&#10;E) The emergence of a theme

Accepted Answer

C

Question 3

A behavior that occurs more than once or twice throughout a child's play&#10;A) is a first-time behavior.&#10;B) is a theme.&#10;C) is an indication the child is ready for termination.&#10;D) needs to be described to parents.&#10;E) needs to be pointed out to the child.

Accepted Answer

A behavior that occurs more than once or twice throughout a child's play is considered a theme. This recurring behavior can provide insight into the child's interests, thoughts, and emotions. It can also be used as a starting point for further exploration and learning.

Question 4

The process of termination starts&#10;A) 2-3 sessions before the last session.&#10;B) a month before the last session.&#10;C) during the last session so the child won't have time to worry about it.&#10;D) when the therapist wants it to.&#10;E) whenever the parents decide to stop bringing the child to play therapy.

Accepted Answer

It is important to begin the process of termination a few sessions before the last session to allow the child time to process the ending of therapy and to provide closure. Waiting until the last session or when the therapist wants it to may cause unnecessary stress and anxiety for the child. Termination should also involve communication and collaboration with parents, so it cannot solely rely on their decision to stop bringing the child to therapy.

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT a cue that the child is ready to terminate play therapy?&#10;A) The child expresses anger appropriately&#10;B) The child initiates activities with assurance&#10;C) The child is conforming&#10;D) The child is less dependent&#10;E) The child limits own behavior

Accepted Answer

Conforming behavior is not necessarily a cue that the child is ready to terminate play therapy, as it can be indicative of suppression of emotions or an attempt to please the therapist rather than true progress in their emotional growth. The other choices (A, B, D, E) are all positive indications that the child is progressing and may be ready to end therapy.

Question 6

By observing the child's play in the playroom, therapists will be able to tell if the child is making progress.

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Question 7

Children should be included in the planning for the end of play therapy.

Accepted Answer

Children should be included in the planning for the end of play therapy as it helps them understand the progress they have made and helps them prepare for a smooth transition out of therapy.

Question 8

During the last session, play therapists should tell the child, &#34;I'm really going to miss you.&#34;

Accepted Answer

In play therapy, it's important to maintain professional boundaries and focus on the child's feelings and experiences rather than the therapist's. Saying "I'm really going to miss you" can place an emotional burden on the child and shift the focus away from their needs.

Question 9

If a child does not appear to be progressing in play therapy, the play therapist should try a more directive approach.

Accepted Answer

If a child does not appear to be progressing in play therapy, it may be more helpful for the play therapist to address any underlying issues that may be blocking progress or to re-evaluate their therapeutic approach, rather than simply becoming more directive in their approach. It's important for the play therapist to remain flexible and willing to adapt to each child's individual needs and preferences.

Question 10

If a parent stops bringing a child to play therapy without notifying the therapist, the therapist should contact the parent and explain the importance of a termination session.

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Question 11

If the child's behavior regresses during the last two session before termination, this means the child is not ready to stop play therapy.

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Question 12

If the termination process is handled smoothly, children will not feel anxious about separation from the therapeutic relationship.

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Question 13

Play therapists consider changes observed by parents and teachers when determining a child's readiness to end play therapy.

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Question 14

Termination of play therapy sessions means the therapeutic relationship no longer exists.

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Question 15

The play therapist considers the child's ability to understand abstractions when determining an approach to initial the process of concluding the play therapy experience.

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Question 16

Indicate which of the following behaviors most closely align with the terms below
-Cue the child may be ready to leave play therapy

A) Behavior that occurs for the first time in a session
B) Increased creative constructive play
C) Interference of the child's play
D) Repeated play behavior
E) Use of the phrase "for now"

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