Playing Dungeons & Dragons boosts brain function

We knew this, of course. “A 2024 study published in Games for Health Journal provides compelling evidence for the mental health benefits of Dungeons & Dragons…

“Researchers from James Cook University in Australia conducted an eight-week study with 25 community participants who played one hour of D&D per week. The results showed significant decreases in depression, stress, and anxiety, alongside notable increases in self-esteem and self-efficacy. These improvements persisted even at a one-month follow-up, suggesting lasting psychological benefits.”