Our programs
The Golidlocks Studies
A multi-phase study into a practically important question in men's health, particularly young men’s health: what is the “just right” amount of gaming? And how much, for whom, and under what conditions can it be harmful? From in-depth interviews with gamers to large-scale surveys in partnership with ersity (Australia), Riot Games, BLAST and FuseCup, the studies are building a picture of men and gaming, and how it affects and supports the mental health and wellbeing of the men playing.
Who it’s for
RESEARCHERS & ACADEMICS
To access a growing body of evidence on the relationship between gaming and mental health, built across multiple methodologies and in partnership with major industry players.
THE GAMING & ESPORTS INDUSTRY
To understand the mental health impacts of their platforms and events, and use that evidence to create safer, more supportive environments for players.
CLINICIANS & PRACTITIONERS
To better understand how gaming fits into the lives of their male patients, and when it supports or undermines their mental health.
POLICYMAKERS & REGULATORS
To access evidence that moves beyond moral panic and into practical, nuanced guidance on gaming and young men's mental health.
GLobal impact
Young people who took part in Ahead of the Game showed measurable improvements in mental health knowledge, confidence to seek help, and resilience.
Young people and supporters reached
Young people and supporters reached
Young people and supporters reached
Young people and supporters reached
Young people and supporters reached
Young people and supporters reached
Young people and supporters reached
Young people and supporters reached
IN ACTION
Gaming is one of the most significant — and least understood — influences on young men's mental health, yet until now the evidence has struggled to keep pace with the scale of the issue.
In-depth interviews with young male gamers exploring what healthy and unhealthy gaming looks like in practice, and how different patterns of play relate to their mental health. Phase 1 gives us the human story behind the data.
