Studies have found that playing board games lowers your risk for dimentia as well as Alzhiemers disease. Keeping your brain active helps with lowering cognitive decline.
Playing board games helps open you up to many communication opportunities which can be with family members or even strangers. Having to ask questions or simply state that it’s your turn allows for awkward social settings or tension to feel a little more comfortable. Not to mention that the intensity of a game can bring together people of all ages as a common interest and subject matter for conversation can be mutually shared.
While society braced for isolation during the pandemic, easing back into normalcy may be difficult for some. Playing board games can help bring people together, strengthen relationships and create routine if you find a solid group of people who enjoy them. A little shy and want to expand your social circle? try having a game night.