Publisher's blurb:
Wizards, Warriors, and Wellness: The Therapeutic Application of Role Playing Games is the first publication from The Bodhana Group. This short booklet gives a basic overview of the benefits that can be gained through intentional use of Tabletop Role Playing Games. It introduces readers to the therapeutic value of RPG and how this can be focused for treating various mental health disorders and behavioral challenges. Travel through an informative journey about the benefits of a beloved recreational hobby with Bodhana's Heroes of the Game, each exemplifying a particular set of skills gaming can used to develop.
The Bodhana Group is a 501c3 nonprofit organization that advocates the use of tabletop gaming as a directed therapeutic and clinical practice that can benefit personal growth as well as enhance social and educational services to individuals and families. TBG provides free and low-cost services through private therapeutic role playing groups, community board game programs, and profesional training opportunities. Our annual game convention, Save Against Fear, is our chance to celebrate all of the good that gaming and gamers accomplish every day. Support through your purchase of this PDF helps us ion continuing our mission.