<![CDATA[The land movement disasters not only cause physical damage but also have psychological impacts on children as a vulnerable group. Children affected by disasters are at risk of experiencing fear, anxiety, stress, and emotional trauma due to environmental changes and the loss of a sense of security after the disaster. This community service activity aimed to support children’s psychological recovery through the implementation of play therapy as a holistic nursing intervention in Padasari Village, Jatinegara District, Tegal Regency. The method used was play therapy with a holistic psychological approach through activities such as coloring, puzzles, balloon games, quizzes, singing together, and group games. This activity involved approximately 25 participants consisting of children and their parents. The results showed that the implementation of play therapy created a supportive and enjoyable environment for children during the post-disaster period. Children who initially appeared fearful, anxious, and less interactive gradually became more active, cheerful, communicative, and enthusiastic in participating in activities. In addition, the holistic nursing approach helped reduce anxiety, improve social interaction, and restore children’s sense of security during the evacuation period. Therefore, play therapy can be used as an effective psychosocial intervention to support trauma healing and psychological recovery among children affected by land movement disasters.]]>
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