The digital gaming consoles including the portable ones may be among the most popular form of home entertainment these days but nothing beats the enjoyment people gain when playing board games. They’re still around with many households owning them and being played by people who like to have a more personal interaction with others.

Playing board games for adults and kids has always been a fun and enriching activity, at least for those who grew up before the digital gaming gadgets were born. It does not only entertain families, siblings and friends but in fact, it also provides health benefits.

Prevents Cognitive Decline

One of the main benefits of playing board games is preventing dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. This is because doing the activity helps the brain in building and retaining cognitive associations even among older people. [Read more…]

Originally posted on April 8, 2014 @ 11:14 am