"Elliot Schroeder, who faced bullying and social challenges, found friendship and self-acceptance through the Oshawa Dungeons and Dragons club, which has transformed his social experience."
"Jonathon Smith, the club's founder, emphasizes the need for neurodivergent youth to have a space where they can be themselves, rather than just focusing on social skills training."
"Participants in the D&D club report increased feelings of belonging and autonomy, highlighting the positive impact of engaging in collaborative storytelling and imaginative play."
Elliot Schroeder, a 17-year-old from Durham Region, struggled with bullying and making friends until joining the Oshawa Dungeons and Dragons club. This club, founded by Jonathon Smith, provides a space for neurodivergent youth to express themselves and develop social skills. Participants report feeling happier and more connected. Smith, who is also neurodivergent, believes that D&D offers a unique outlet for these teens, fostering belonging and meaningful peer engagement in a way traditional social skills training does not.
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