Utilizing Group Sandplay Therapy for Mental Health Education in Primary Schools Through Experiential Activities

Abstract

Objective: Let primary school students experience group sandplay, explain the knowledge of mental health education through group sandplay, which is an entertaining way of teaching, and acquire knowledge about happiness, helping primary school students to establish and guide healthy psychology. Method: Using the case study on the group sandplay practical operation activities were carried out in the No. 1 Primary School of Dong Fang City, and the hot psychological problems of primary school students today were the theme activities. Students were allowed to express themselves through sandplay for mental health education. Qualitative methods to explain the students' feelings for the group sandplay activities. Result: The survey results showed high satisfaction, and the format was attractive to students and suited to their age. The sandplay can help them express themselves better, and the concrete nature of the sandplay can boost primary school students' understanding. Conclusion: Group sandplay therapy can positively support primary school students' mental health education and can be popularized.