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1. How does Ben act during his first session with Annie?

He is at first quiet, and then becomes very active. He runs around the room pulling things off shelves. Ben even turns the lights off and on pretending it is nighttime, then morning.

2. What has Ben's life been like prior to his time with Annie?

Ben was abandoned by his birth mother when he was six weeks old. He has lived with two different foster families before he was adopted by his current parents.

3. In what way is the bird that Ben paints connected with the bird that Annie paints?

Both Annie and Ben's birds symbolize some sort of deeply seated emotional pain in their lives.

4. Why does Annie use play therapy when dealing with Ben?

Play therapy is one of the best forms of therapy for children because children will act out the major issues of their lives through their play. It is the responsibility of the therapist to properly interpret the play and determine how they can best help the child.

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