# Backgammon, neurodiversity and mental health

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Podcast: [Over the Board](https://stenobird.com/podcast/over-the-board-7102727)
Published: 2026-05-26T08:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Ed talks to players from all walks of life about autism, ADHD, mental health and (of course) backgammon! Content warning: This episode contains references to mental health conditions, suicide, and mortality rates for autistic people. The Cubed Backgammon Charity Series: Facebook group Further reading: Game Changer: Exploring the Role of Board Games in the Lives of Autistic People Supporting mental health – Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect) Updated Systematic Review of Suicide in Autism: 2018–2024 All-cause and cause-specific mortality in people with autism spectrum disorder: A systematic review Over the Board on YouTube: Channel home The Pete Heskett interview Alex Eshaghian interviews Ed Contact the show: overtheboard.pod@gmail.com Instagram

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