How D&D Can Help You In Real Life

lets people unleash their imagination in worlds of their own creation as they set off on adventures. However, despite taking place primarily in a fantasy setting, has some great real world benefits too. At its heart, is a social game which has the power to provide skills and experiences that can be transferred into people’s lives.

Boosted by the game's role in Netflix's and the rise of actual play shows such as Critical Role, High Rollers, and Dimension 20, many more have been seeking out groups to start playing. The social aspect of has long been a key part of its makeup, something that became especially important to many during the COVID-19 global pandemic, which saw many countries implementing lockdowns.

While it's been widely known for some time that can be good for mental health, there is evidence that shows that this can be transferred to other aspects of life. Using in schools and clubs can help establish skills and patterns of behavior that can benefit people later in life. But this isn't limited to young people; with more adults exploring the hobby and finding new ways to express themselves through their characters, it's a benefit that persists across the game's wide demographic.

can be used to address and tackle a wide variety of social, behavioral and personal issues. Through the fun of exploring a cave network or battling a Beholder, players are able to learn new skills, sometimes without even realizing it. One of the first steps to addressing any issues is communication, and provides the perfect vehicle for learning that key skill.

Lucas Maxwell is an award-winning school librarian and author of. When discussing and the benefits it can provide with Screen Rant, Maxwell explains:

«DnD is an amazing tool for communication. It is a social game; you can’t really play it on your own. It's a fantastic way to teach non-aggressive communication skills to those who might struggle with social settings, and I see this on a daily basis running the game. In DnD you