recreational therapy

noun

: therapy based on engagement in recreational activities (as sports or music) especially to enhance the functioning, independence, and well-being of individuals affected with a disabling condition
recreational therapist noun

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“Recreational therapy.” Merriam-Webster.com Medical Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/medical/recreational%20therapy. Accessed 17 Nov. 2024.

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