This article (a) describes the developmental characteristics of preadolescents (ages 6 -12 years), (b) reviews common therapeutic approaches (i.e., play therapy, expressive arts, talk therapy) and their effectiveness with preadolescents, and (c) presents case illustrations employing suggested strategies that take into consideration developmental cues.
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