Penerapan Terapi Bermain Lego dalam Menurunkan Tingkat Ansietas pada Anak saat Hosptalisasi di RSUD Palembang BARI Tahun 2026
Year: 2026
Type: article
Study design: Case Report
Abstract: Hospitalization is a condition in which children undergo treatment in a hospital and may experience various psychological responses, one of which is anxiety. Anxiety during hospitalization may cause children to become uncooperative with medical procedures, cry, feel restless, fear healthcare workers, and hinder treatment and recovery. One non-pharmacological intervention to reduce anxiety is Lego play therapy. This case study aimed to describe the implementation of Lego play therapy in reducing anxiety levels among hospitalized children at Palembang BARI Regional General Hospital in 2026. This study used a descriptive case study method involving two preschool-aged children (3–6 years) who experienced hospitalization and showed signs of anxiety, namely Child N and Child A. The study was conducted from April 29 to May 2, 2026. Assessment results showed that both patients appeared restless, cried, feared medical procedures, felt tense, and had difficulty interacting. The nursing diagnosis was anxiety related to the hospitalization crisis situation. Interventions included anxiety assessment, Lego play therapy, emotional support, family involvement, and vital sign monitoring. The intervention was carried out for 15 minutes per session, twice daily for two days. Anxiety levels were measured using the Spence Children Anxiety Scale (SCAS). The results showed decreased anxiety levels in both patients, with Child N’s score decreasing from 42 to 29 and Child A’s score from 40 to 28. Anxiety levels changed from moderate to mild. The children appeared calmer and more cooperative during treatment. It was concluded that Lego play therapy effectively reduced anxiety in hospitalized children.
Institution: Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Kesehatan Siti Khadijah
Language: English
Subfield: Clinical Psychology
Field: Psychology
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W7204276743