Playing this "senior" board game is excellent for mental health
Playing this "senior" board game is excellent for mental health
Émilie Laurent
November, 22, 2025
Summary
Scrabble is often stereotyped as a pastime for seniors, but it is a demanding mental activity beneficial for all ages. Far from being trivial, the game engages memory, attention, concentration, linguistic creativity, and strategic thinking, providing a full cognitive workout. Each turn activates the brain through rapid analysis and careful planning, comparable to mental exercise. Scrabble also boosts self-esteem, as forming words and achieving small victories releases dopamine and reinforces a sense of progress. For older adults, it helps preserve cognitive abilities and may slow age-related decline, while younger players can strengthen vocabulary, confidence, and long-term thinking through regular play.
Reference
Laurent, É. (2025, November 22). Playing this “senior” board game is excellent for mental health. Ma Grande Taille. https://www.ma-grande-taille.com/en/sante/bien-etre/playing-board-games-is-excellent-for-senior-mental-health-428191