Play heals: simple program eases anxiety in Quake-Hit tots
NCT ID NCT06845111
First seen Nov 21, 2025 · Last updated Jun 22, 2026 · Updated 33 times
Summary
This study tested a play-based program called TOTEM for 4-6 year old children who survived the earthquake in Kahramanmaraş, Turkey. 53 children took part in 8 play sessions over 5 weeks. Researchers measured their anxiety, sleep, and overall emotional well-being before and after the program. The goal was to see if play could help reduce the negative emotional effects of the disaster.
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Kocaeli University
Kocaeli, Izmit, 41001, Turkey (Türkiye)
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Active substance
therapeutic play sessions (TOTEM program)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, low-cost way to help young children recover emotionally after a disaster.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with 53 children in one location, so results may not apply to all kids. The program's long-term benefits are unknown.
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