Nearly every psychodynamic theory includes play and creativity in its conceptual framework. For example, self-psychology incorporates creativity as one of the five transformations of narcissism (Kohut ...

For children, playing is a transformative and liberating activity. As a concept, this is especially important for Black children, who are “routinely adultified, dehumanized, criminalized, and at times ...

Play is essential to autistic well-being, supporting regulation, joy, and authenticity across the lifespan when individuals ...

Martine Rose led a hands-on workshop at LEGO®’s Play Pavilion this summer, guiding attendees through a playful exercise in self-expression and design. Participants were invited to reimagine personal ...

In the relentless quest for productivity and efficiency, the transformative power of ‘play’ is often lost, overshadowed by its misperception as mere child’s play. This critical oversight overlooks ...

Play has a key role in establishing the psychological barrier of acceptance and safety in the workplace. The ability to embrace play (or a playful mindset, at least) encourages creativity, ...

Play is so important for a child's development that the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) even recommends that pediatricians prescribe it for children. Research has shown that our focus on ...