Therapeutic Play


Play is crucial for people who live in stressful environments. For a person whose
daily schedule is rigorous and structured, play helps restore balance. It promotes self-esteem
and enhances competence in social interaction. The higher the level of stress, the greater
the need for play. One of the most compelling arguments for developing and maintaining
play areas for children is that it helps reduce juvenile delinquency. In Lansing, Michigan
crime decreased 60% in neighborhoods that were served by a youth program and a community
center organized by police, local schools and social service agencies. And for children
who grow up surrounded by violence, the need for recreational activity is magnified.

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