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Board Games and Mental Health | News and Events With our modern lives becoming notoriously hectic and the darker nights drawing in, looking after our mental health and wellbeing really is more important than ever

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Board Games to Boost your Mental Health | News and Events Let’s face it, modern life can be rather hectic, and with the winter nights drawing in, looking after your mental health and wellbeing is more important than ever

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Singapore board games find success abroad Industry veterans say Singapore-made board games are finding homes with overseas players, with over 4,500 sold abroad in the last year. This, through grassro...

If Chess and Bridge (board games) are given recognition as sports, it would be a big leap forward for competitive board gaming.

Commentary: Why recognising e-sports, chess and bridge as sports matters to Team Singapore Creating a more diverse range of official sporting activities might broaden the demographics of participants, says former national athlete and sports administrator Nicholas Fang.

At IBGA’s board game coaching sessions, the greatest victory for every child goes beyond simply winning a game. It lies in the development of essential soft skills that shape their character and future. Around the game table, children engage deeply, seizing countless moments to practice communication, empathy, and teamwork, all guided thoughtfully by expert IBGA coaches. IBGA students gradually acquire Social Intelligence through the coaching sessions.

At IBGA, we are purposeful in cultivating children’s social abilities - encouraging courteous interaction, respectful communication, and graceful sportsmanship. Our environment offers children chances to lead teams with confidence and contribute meaningfully as collaborative players. Thanks to the rich, strategic design of modern board games, these experiences go far beyond what traditional games offered, nurturing critical thinking, patience, and emotional resilience.

Through this intentional approach, IBGA transforms play into a powerful journey of personal growth, empowering children not only to enjoy games but to become thoughtful, confident, and compassionate individuals prepared for life’s challenges.

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The modern board gaming platform can become an avenue for teens & youths to develop the leadership & communication capabilities. Visualize this as we evaluate the insightful content in this article.

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Report finds a surprising resurgence of Board Games in the digital era • CHILD Magazines Spin Master, a global children’s entertainment company, has conducted research in collaboration with TotallyAwesome to explore the renewed popularity of board games in fostering face-to-face interaction, emotional intelligence, and countering digital overload for improved mental health. “We are ...

An insightful research paper on Board Gaming and its role in learning in the digital age.

Board games and learning: Why care in the digital age? – Learning in the Digital Age Tools, Thoughts, and Perspectives on Learning in the Digital Age

The International Board Game Academy (IBGA) is privileged to have the Winners of the 2025 WSBG Asia serving as ambassadors to represent the region at the prestigious World Series of Board Gaming Tournament, held last week in Las Vegas.
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In this exclusive interview, the champions share their perspectives on the many benefits of modern board gaming, highlighting how the hobby cultivates friendships, builds communities, and nurtures healthy competition in an enjoyable environment.

IBGA extends its gratitude to these emerging leaders of the board gaming community for setting an inspiring example. Their journey demonstrates how board gaming not only sharpens critical thinking and enhances communication skills but also contributes to mental well-being. We hope their success encourages the younger generation to discover and pursue the rewarding world of modern board games.

Please enjoy the featured video, and for further information, visit https://ibga.net/.

WSBG interviews Asia Champions Wei Wei, MJ and Terence The International Board Game Academy (IBGA) is privileged to have the Winners of the 2025 WSBG Asia serving as ambassadors to represent the region at the pre...

2025 WSBG Asia Highlights.

WSBG Asia 2025 Recap | Highlights & Player Interviews from Singapore 🌏 World Series of Board Gaming Asia Satellite 2025 took place in Singapore for the very first time!Players from across Asia and beyond came together to comp...

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