How to Use Group Games to Reduce Conflict

Group games can effectively help in reducing conflict among youngsters by fostering communication, cooperation, and problem-solving skills. These games may be cooperative, competitive, or social-emotional learning-based. Successfully implementing them involves picking suitable games considering the group’s age, interests, and skill level, setting clear expectations, encouraging communication, monitoring, and debriefing. Consequently, participants can establish rapport, learn to manage conflict, enhance effective communication, and develop teamwork abilities.