Title

Stuffed with Stigma

Creator

Michail, Konstantina

Abstract

The project “Stuffed with Stigma” is a reimagined board game designed to challenge stereotypes around food and body image. Inspired by neuroscience and psychology related topics around hunger the game transforms the stigmatizing and fatphobic aspects of the original “Pop the Pig” into a learning experience promoting empathy and awareness. Players answer “fact versus fiction” cards which are science driven, confronting common misconceptions about nourishment and weight. Through interactive learning the game encourages more compassionate behavior around eating.

Keywords

Interactive Learning

Board Game

Eating Behavior

Subject

interdisciplinary

Date Available

May 23, 2025

Type

Board Game

Course

HSE 2220 Hungry Brain and Thinking Stomach

Course Offering Term

Spring Semester 2025

Instructor

Canellopoulou, Mary

Session

Honors Creative Projects

Location

Student Lounge

Event

Year 2025 | 9th Annual Student Research and Creative Arts Symposium