How Video Games Could Teach Social Skills

Explore the potential of video games to teach social skills in this TEDx talk by Fabio Davide at the University of Bristol. Discover how gaming can positively impact brain function and benefit individuals struggling with mental health, neurodivergence, and modern life challenges. Drawing from his game development background and personal experience with ADHD, Davide challenges common misconceptions about video games and highlights their potential therapeutic applications. Gain insights into the intersection of gaming, mental health, and social skill development from a Technical Director with expertise in AAA multiplayer game creation, VR/AR development, AI, and infrastructure at scale.