The
Hospital experience can be stressful for young children as they
move from familiar surroundings of their homes into an environment
that is unfamiliar. For some children this experience could have
effects such as withdrawal, depression, aggression, regression
and phobias.
Play
provides a reassuring element of normality in a strange environment.
During play, the child can express feelings, thoughts, experiences
and behaviours. The playroom provides opportunities for children
to have a positive experience by having a fun time.