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274 | Room Wrecking, Risk-Taking, and Sensory-Seeking: What's Behind the Play?
In this episode, I answer a question from Danielle in Georgia about a six-year-old child processing grief after the loss of his father. His play includes room wrecking, risk-taking, and sensory-seeking behaviors, and Danielle wanted insight into how these might relate to his trauma. While CCPT doesn't require us to interpret play, understanding the root of behaviors can help us stay present and responsive in the playroom.
I discuss how room wrecking often reflects internal chaos, risk-taking may be a form of fear-facing play or dysregulation, and sensory-seeking can serve as self-soothing in…
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