I play D&D and suffer from Anxiety and Depression. I find that it helps me incredibly to play D&D, and my D&D group has got me through a lot of dark times! Being the DM in my D&D group is one of the greatest things I have ever done, and I would LOVE to get involved with helping people with Mental Health issues by using D&D.
I loved what Dr Megan said of take all the characters you've ever played and put them all together in a single adventure group... I had the same reaction as Dr. B., my eyes went wide. That was deep.
This was a great video. Thank you for sharing. I live in Tennessee and the opioid epidemic has hit my state, my friends and family very hard. I personally believe D&D would be a positive tool to help people overcome substance abuse. I would love to see it used to help people overcome addiction and to help them build healthy relationships. I also feel it would give an outlet to heal and grow. Thank you Todd for this powerful and moving episode. I look forward to hearing more from these four guests in the future.
I agree - thank you Todd and panel for sharing this discussion. I'm also interested in learning more about how games like D&D can help with substance abuse recovery. I struggled with alcohol and am now 19 months sober. I played AD&D while growing up and recently rediscovered D&D through a coworker. I haven’t played much yet lately, but I look forward to D&D night and hanging out with my new "party." As I gain experience, though, and re-learn my DMing skills, I would be interested in bringing this to my local recovery community - as a DM, not as a therapist. So again, thank you!
Its wild. I too deal with depression and anxiety, but for some reason, although I avoid crowds and am not what I call a "social butterfly", I excel in D&D, both as a player and DM. I've played since 1st edition, beginning as a socially awkward teenager where I had trouble fitting in and making friends. As an adult when I found myself becoming more introverted and isolative, my wife encouraged me to get back into the game and away from the MMO's on the computer. I feel so much better emotionally having found friends that I can have a lot in common with. I think this concept of Clinical Roll is absolutely awesome.
I took a VO class with Adam Davis! He's a fantastic performer and a good guy! Even gave me a ride home. I'm so glad to see he's getting some more exposure!
I really enjoyed this! I was a theatre minor in my undergrad and we were told time and time again "the Theatre is a safe place to encounter that which is unsafe". I have adopted that at my table and it has been so good for my groups to work through tough issues together. Would definitely love to see more content like this :D
Im trained in Cognitive behaviour therapy, however my therapeutic style has evolved in narrative delivery of the same. I'm currently fascinated with using schema theory to flesh out the 'flaws' of the character and using positive psychology to establish character values . Not only does it help me immerse in the motives and drives of my character, its giving me great insights into my own personal growth. all done with a hell of a lot of fun. thanks so much for this video.
Being a GM/DM that encourages the players to RP and explore their characters ( extensions of some aspect of themselves ) is awesome. Don’t let this pressure you out of DMing, just be aware of it :) ( also it helps the DM to off-load some of their storytelling workload :) ).
this seems to be an eternally reinvented thing.. I remember talking to a friend, some 20 years ago, a psycologist here in Italy, who was using roleplay scenarios in her private practice and considering writing a book about it.... sadly we didn't stay in touch.
Yes! Going off what Megan said, I definately notice players developing an awareness not just to think ahead to consequences of actions, but also looking around at the table, reading peoples expressions, and contemplating their reactions. Its a wonderful skill myself experiencing anxiety was able to practice and i wont complain my partner also gets to practice his perception which certainly never hurt a man to be more perceptive ha!
I really dig what Adam D had to say about having a cathartic experience expressing not necessarily negative emotions but opposing reactions to what you would typically do in reality.. I feel it gives me a safe space to let me play out a more instinctive or reckless even at times scenario or conversation. I tend to be very forgiving and understanding and accommodating and i find myself loving to play a strong merciless paladin that just takes charge and takes names but ya know, for a good cause! Ive gained my friends, fiance, and a sense of belonging and community from playing D&D. The original virtual reality that still engages your brain, learn tact and grace, learn to work with others without being overwhelmed,learn to respect and understand others perspective. If i really reflected i could easily think of 100 ways D&D has given me XP...many life levels achieved
When Adam Davis said to take a look at all the characters you have made and you will probably see a pattern: always has stealth most start with 16 Charisma and usually pursuasion profiency. Mr. Antisocial making characters that hide but can be to be the party face if I can ever get myself to do it
D&D got used as a tool for bullying and social exclusion by a university D&D club I had the displeasure of encountering , they were some of the worst gatekeepers I have ever encountered and unless you were at least part of the outer circle of the clique that ran that club then you were not going to have a good time in that club. They were required to accept any student that wanted to be a part of the club since they were affiliated with the student union clubs and societies committee, and they got funding and free rooms from the union to host sessions, but if someone in the inner circle blackballed someone then they would bully said individual out of the club by making their experience of D&D exceptionally unpleasant. I am sorry about this rant, but I really needed to vent about this.
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Dr. Boccamazzo's last name AND all of what he's presenting here gives me a VERY STRONG "Steampunk" vibe! :) I would love to Steampunk role with him and Todd, of course. Also haveing a "D&D" game with any of this very interesting professionals would be awesome! Dr. Boccamazzo also said: "I was diagnosed as 'high-functioning autistic'..." how coudl some one be diagnosed? I think I fall here from time to time :P
I think this was a really awesome segment, and I would really enjoy more content like this. I would like to mention the benefits for LGBT individuals and the capacity tabletop & RP games have to allow people to explore their own identity. It's personally helped me to learn a lot about myself and grow as a person.
I want to play D&D because I believe it can help me with my anxiety and depression... But I can't build up the courage to go out and join a D&D group because of my anxiety and depression.fml : ) 😅🙃
There are actually a lot of great groups who meet online. Some of them are even text based so that you don't have to speak. That is how I started out. It helps me out a lot 🙂
We had some technical difficulties with Todd's feed. Thank you for being understanding.
The content sold itself. Thank you for doing this topic.
D&D Beyond this is why I prefer playing live d&d
I'm surprised there's no links to a site or something by the guest's work.
I play D&D and suffer from Anxiety and Depression. I find that it helps me incredibly to play D&D, and my D&D group has got me through a lot of dark times! Being the DM in my D&D group is one of the greatest things I have ever done, and I would LOVE to get involved with helping people with Mental Health issues by using D&D.
At that point when he says who wants to go first and everyone was silently waiting I was thinking “roll for initiative”.
I loved what Dr Megan said of take all the characters you've ever played and put them all together in a single adventure group... I had the same reaction as Dr. B., my eyes went wide. That was deep.
This was a great video. Thank you for sharing. I live in Tennessee and the opioid epidemic has hit my state, my friends and family very hard. I personally believe D&D would be a positive tool to help people overcome substance abuse. I would love to see it used to help people overcome addiction and to help them build healthy relationships. I also feel it would give an outlet to heal and grow. Thank you Todd for this powerful and moving episode. I look forward to hearing more from these four guests in the future.
I agree - thank you Todd and panel for sharing this discussion. I'm also interested in learning more about how games like D&D can help with substance abuse recovery. I struggled with alcohol and am now 19 months sober. I played AD&D while growing up and recently rediscovered D&D through a coworker. I haven’t played much yet lately, but I look forward to D&D night and hanging out with my new "party." As I gain experience, though, and re-learn my DMing skills, I would be interested in bringing this to my local recovery community - as a DM, not as a therapist. So again, thank you!
Its wild. I too deal with depression and anxiety, but for some reason, although I avoid crowds and am not what I call a "social butterfly", I excel in D&D, both as a player and DM. I've played since 1st edition, beginning as a socially awkward teenager where I had trouble fitting in and making friends. As an adult when I found myself becoming more introverted and isolative, my wife encouraged me to get back into the game and away from the MMO's on the computer. I feel so much better emotionally having found friends that I can have a lot in common with. I think this concept of Clinical Roll is absolutely awesome.
I took a VO class with Adam Davis! He's a fantastic performer and a good guy! Even gave me a ride home. I'm so glad to see he's getting some more exposure!
I really enjoyed this! I was a theatre minor in my undergrad and we were told time and time again "the Theatre is a safe place to encounter that which is unsafe". I have adopted that at my table and it has been so good for my groups to work through tough issues together. Would definitely love to see more content like this :D
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I just want you to know I'm using this quote in my research essay I'm writing for school, thanks haha
Mr. Kenrick, this was an amazing conversation. Thank you for putting this together and making it happen. Game on!
Im trained in Cognitive behaviour therapy, however my therapeutic style has evolved in narrative delivery of the same. I'm currently fascinated with using schema theory to flesh out the 'flaws' of the character and using positive psychology to establish character values . Not only does it help me immerse in the motives and drives of my character, its giving me great insights into my own personal growth. all done with a hell of a lot of fun. thanks so much for this video.
Thank you so much for this episode; it's hit home in such an impactful way for me.
For someone just started to deal with depression and playing DnD this was awesome. Thanks D&D Beyond
Being a GM/DM that encourages the players to RP and explore their characters ( extensions of some aspect of themselves ) is awesome. Don’t let this pressure you out of DMing, just be aware of it :) ( also it helps the DM to off-load some of their storytelling workload :) ).
this seems to be an eternally reinvented thing.. I remember talking to a friend, some 20 years ago, a psycologist here in Italy, who was using roleplay scenarios in her private practice and considering writing a book about it.... sadly we didn't stay in touch.
Yes! Going off what Megan said, I definately notice players developing an awareness not just to think ahead to consequences of actions, but also looking around at the table, reading peoples expressions, and contemplating their reactions. Its a wonderful skill myself experiencing anxiety was able to practice and i wont complain my partner also gets to practice his perception which certainly never hurt a man to be more perceptive ha!
I'm doing a research project for grad school to see if D&D can be used to help prisoners mental health issues and this video has been an immense help!
I really dig what Adam D had to say about having a cathartic experience expressing not necessarily negative emotions but opposing reactions to what you would typically do in reality.. I feel it gives me a safe space to let me play out a more instinctive or reckless even at times scenario or conversation. I tend to be very forgiving and understanding and accommodating and i find myself loving to play a strong merciless paladin that just takes charge and takes names but ya know, for a good cause! Ive gained my friends, fiance, and a sense of belonging and community from playing D&D. The original virtual reality that still engages your brain, learn tact and grace, learn to work with others without being overwhelmed,learn to respect and understand others perspective. If i really reflected i could easily think of 100 ways D&D has given me XP...many life levels achieved
Thank you for sharing this and exploring this topic!
Teared up seeing this, so glad mental health is becoming more seriously handled and talked about :)
Great, insightful and thought-provoking discussion.
BTW, classic DnD - “ so many stories”.
A good 20% of playing with long term friends - seems to be reminiscing about past games at game time.
Fantastic!
Thank you for this.
When Adam Davis said to take a look at all the characters you have made and you will probably see a pattern: always has stealth most start with 16 Charisma and usually pursuasion profiency. Mr. Antisocial making characters that hide but can be to be the party face if I can ever get myself to do it
D&D got used as a tool for bullying and social exclusion by a university D&D club I had the displeasure of encountering , they were some of the worst gatekeepers I have ever encountered and unless you were at least part of the outer circle of the clique that ran that club then you were not going to have a good time in that club. They were required to accept any student that wanted to be a part of the club since they were affiliated with the student union clubs and societies committee, and they got funding and free rooms from the union to host sessions, but if someone in the inner circle blackballed someone then they would bully said individual out of the club by making their experience of D&D exceptionally unpleasant.
I am sorry about this rant, but I really needed to vent about this.
Dr. Boccamazzo's last name AND all of what he's presenting here gives me a VERY STRONG "Steampunk" vibe! :) I would love to Steampunk role with him and Todd, of course. Also haveing a "D&D" game with any of this very interesting professionals would be awesome! Dr. Boccamazzo also said: "I was diagnosed as 'high-functioning autistic'..." how coudl some one be diagnosed? I think I fall here from time to time :P
I think this was a really awesome segment, and I would really enjoy more content like this. I would like to mention the benefits for LGBT individuals and the capacity tabletop & RP games have to allow people to explore their own identity. It's personally helped me to learn a lot about myself and grow as a person.
imagine and adventuring party made up of just your characters...oh, oh no, i would not want to DM that
I want to play D&D because I believe it can help me with my anxiety and depression... But I can't build up the courage to go out and join a D&D group because of my anxiety and depression.fml : ) 😅🙃
There are actually a lot of great groups who meet online. Some of them are even text based so that you don't have to speak. That is how I started out. It helps me out a lot 🙂