Psychiatrist - Drinking Game Rules & How to Play

Guess the secret rule the group follows

Equipment Needed

• Drinks only

Setup

Circle. Send psychiatrist away.

How to Play Psychiatrist

1. One person leaves as psychiatrist
2. Group picks a secret rule
3. Rule: Answer as person to your left, answer opposite, etc.
4. Psychiatrist returns and asks questions
5. Wrong guess = psychiatrist drinks
6. Breaking the rule = drink
7. Correctly guesses = everyone else drinks
8. Rotate psychiatrist each round

Tips & Strategies

Good rules are consistent and observable. Not too obvious, not impossible.

Variations

Hard Mode: Complex multi-part rules. Hints: Give one hint after 5 wrong guesses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are good rule examples?

Answer for person to your right, end sentences with a color, switch gender responses.

How many guesses allowed?

Usually 5-10 before giving up.

Players: 5-15 | Duration: 20-30 min | Difficulty: medium