We’re wired up! Game to Grow was recently featured in the article “How Therapists Are Using Tabletop Games to Help People”! Wired interviewed Adam Davis about the use of tabletop roleplay games in a therapeutic space: “A lot of therapists and educators speak the languages of gamers and therapists, or the language of educators, but […]
Ready to learn what being a great game master and being a great parent have in common? Dr. Elizabeth Kilmer sat down with Brendan Mahan of ADHD Essentials to talk about how the SPARK of good game masters (spontaneity, playfulness, attunement, restraint, and knowledge) are valuable both around the table and in the real world. […]
When we speak about Game to Grow’s mission, we often hear from educators, therapists, or other professionals in the TTRPG space about the life-enriching benefits of tabletop role-playing games. Of course, the most important part of the equation is the players themselves! For his school’s “Passion Project,” Elliot Ticen takes a look at how immersive […]
Check us out! LX News interviewed Adam Davis about the impact of Dungeons & Dragons on mental health: For Some D&D Players, Tabletop Roleplaying Is More Than Dice and Magic – It’s a ‘Sanity Saving’ Mental Health Boost Alongside some well-known D&D names, Adam shares what he’s observed. “At the end of the day, the […]
We were so excited to talk about “Managing Anxiety and Imposter Syndrome for Streamers” at Pax West! If you missed us, you can watch the recording of the panel, originally presented Monday, September 5th, 2022. Panel description: Many streamers have an on-screen presentation that, while part of who they are, doesn’t tell the whole story […]
Did you miss us at PAX West? Catch up by watching our panel “ADHD&D,” originally presented Sunday, September 4th, 2022. Panel description: Individuals with ADHD often face challenges in work, school, social, and leisure settings. Additionally, many of those with ADHD may experience shame and low-self esteem related to their neurodivergent traits. Join this […]
Grab your headphones! Adam and Adam sat down with BJ Shea’s Geek Nation “Board Game Alliance” podcast to chat about Game to Grow. Learn more about Critical Core as well as Game to Grow’s current programs and projects dedicated to the use of games for therapeutic, educational, and community growth. The full episode is available […]
On August 18th, 2022, the next iteration of Dungeons & Dragons was announced: Called One D&D, this revised ruleset of D&D 5th Edition promises to “create an experience that is not only backwards compatible with the adventures and supplements you enjoy today but that will evolve the game for years to come.” Did you know […]
We’re excited to see you this week for our hometown PAX! This September 2nd-5th, we’re excited to connect with you at PAX West through workshops and panels on all sorts of geek-centric subjects, neat merch, and previews of Critical Core! We’re grateful for the safety protocols being implemented this year to keep our community safe, […]
Happy Pride Month! As we celebrate the amazing LGBTQIA+ members in our community, we’re proud to announce a new kind of group for Game to Grow! This group is focused on providing a space to empower transgender, nonbinary, and gender questioning youth through the power of tabletop roleplaying games. Creating characters for […]