The Impact of Storytelling Hand Puppet Play Therapy on Concentration Levels in Children Diagnosed as ADHD at the Outpatient Department of Surakarta Regional Mental Hospital

Ratih Dwilestari Puji Utami; Noerma Shovie Rizqiea

Authors

Ratih Dwilestari Puji Utami Universitas Kusuma Husada Surakarta
Noerma Shovie Rizqiea Universitas Kusuma Husada Surakarta

Keywords:

ADHD, hand puppet therapy, concentration

Abstract

Children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) commonly exhibit symptoms of inattention and hyperactivity, which may impair their cognitive development, social skills, and learning abilities. One promising non-pharmacological intervention to address concentration deficits in children with ADHD is hand puppet play therapy. This therapy utilizes hand puppets as a medium for storytelling and interactive play, aiming to enhance children's focus and attention in a fun and engaging way. The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of storytelling hand puppet play therapy on concentration levels in children with ADHD. This study employed a quasi-experimental design with a one-group pre-test and post-test approach, without the use of a control group. The total sampling technique was used, involving 21 children aged 6–12 years diagnosed with ADHD at the outpatient unit of RSJD Surakarta, consisting of 15 boys (71.4%) and 6 girls (28.6%). The findings indicated a statistically significant improvement in the concentration levels of children with ADHD following the hand puppet play therapy intervention, with a p-value of 0.014. These results suggest that hand puppet play therapy is an effective alternative intervention to improve concentration in children with ADHD. Therefore, the active involvement of parents, teachers, and healthcare professionals in facilitating this therapy is strongly recommended as part of a holistic ADHD management strategy.

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