The Development and Effectiveness of a Filial Therapy Program to Improve Sibling Relationships

형제관계 개선을 위한 부모-자녀 놀이치료 프로그램 효과 연구

This study was conducted with the aim of improving sibling relationships of children based on a filial therapy program. Three pairs of young children with problematic behavior regarding sibling relationships participated in this study along with their mothers. The program consisted of four main courses : an instructional course for the mother, a play therapy course, a feedback course, and an evaluation course. The program was conducted in ten weekly 2-hour sessions. Results showed positive changes in mother-child and sibling interactions in all three cases. It was concluded that the program was effective in developing proper sibling relationships through enhancing mother-child interactions.