At the heart of D&D lies the power of imagination. The Dungeon Master (DM), who plays the roles of all non-player characters (NPCs) and monsters, sets the stage for various scenes and acts to open up the limitless possibilities and creative potential of the game.
Research is still in progress to determine if there are links between playing and enhanced empathy and social skills, but the real-life impact of D&D therapy is slowly gaining traction as staff of counseling practices that have embraced D&D group therapy say they are witnessing these benefits firsthand.
It seems particularly useful in combating the effects of social isolation and improving both interpersonal skills and intrapersonal skills (problem-solving), explained Dr. Gary Colman, the chairman of Game Therapy UK.
In practical terms, it can also be used for a range of purposes, including modeling positive behavior and teaching soft social skills and basic educational skills, including language and numeracy.
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