Playing Dungeons and Dragons can support mental health

Playing Dungeons and Dragons can positively support players’ mental health, a new study finds. Conducted by researchers at University College Cork (UCC), the findings pave the way for clinicians and psychologists to further explore the benefits of the game as a therapeutic tool. Dungeons and Dragons—or D&D—is a fantasy tabletop role-playing game that has evolved to become a global phenomenon. Playing Dungeons and Dragons is an inherently social activity, requiring frequent group meetings for a period of months or years, and requiring creativity and collaboration from players. After the game experienced a surge in popularity during the COVID-19 pandemic, this Read More