Playing Video Games and Benefits to Mental Health

Of 3,000 people surveyed, 97% responded that playing video games benefits their mental health and reduced feeling of isolation.

This work was more market survey than research paper, but a staggering result nonetheless. Taken during the pandemic, the survey demonstrated the massive positive impact games were having on mental health at that time. 

The video games industry mental health charity Safe In Our World commented on the report, with the charity’s chairman, Leo Zullo, stating:

“There is much to do in encouraging those suffering to talk, but to know that games can help and encourage positive mental health, gives our industry affirmation that we’re on the right track. This survey is an essential driver for the research Safe In Our World intends to facilitate”

The power of play to create belonging and community is real and an amazing gift for someone who feels isolated this holiday season. 

Source: https://mcvuk.com/business-news/97-of-gamers-say-playing-games-benefits-their-mental-health-according-to-survey/