Doll therapy

For the first time in over 60 years, Mattel has launched a Barbie that has Down's syndrome – and chose model Ellie Goldstein (who also has Down's) to launch

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Doll therapy is so beneficial for those who are drawn to it. Having therapy dolls displayed in visible locations on memory care units, and particularly in a nursery life station setting, provides t…

Get the 411 on how to make a worry doll, 8 different ways! This little craft is easy and fun, and kids will love learning about the Mayan legend behind it!

Doll Therapy can provide satisfaction and comfort to people with dementia or Alzheimers. It provides them with the opportunity to nurture and satisfy an emotional need that wouldn’t be fulfilled otherwise.

Doll therapy has been shown to help seniors in a number of ways, including reducing loneliness, providing comfort, and even improving mental health. If you're looking for a way to help your elderly loved one feel better, consider doll therapy. This article will tell you more about what it is and how it works.

Mattel’s Barbie brand just launched its first mental health career—and they chose to show Barbie as an art therapist! AATA hopes Art Therapy Barbie will give parents and caregivers an opportunity to talk about mental health with kids and explore the power of art-making in wellness.

An Unexpected Form Of Therapy

Pearl’'s Memory Babies, a nonprofit group based in Kentucky, was launched after its founder saw the lasting effect a doll had on her mother-in-law.

It all started because we read this library book. At the back there’s a little story about Riley, the Groundhog, giving his friend, Rose the vole, some worry dolls made out of toothpicks. I didn’t think much of it because I’ve never really been a fan of prayer dolls. I think they are cute and…