Dr. K, as he's known to many online, is a Harvard-trained psychiatrist and lifelong gamer.
Dr. K, as he's known to many online, is a Harvard-trained psychiatrist and lifelong gamer.
Dr. K, as he's known to many online, is a Harvard-trained psychiatrist and lifelong gamer.
He is the world's leading expert on modern mental health issues
with a focus on the effects of technology. His expertise spans video game addiction, creator mental health, the restorative power of community support, and more. After nearly failing out of college due to video game addiction, Dr. K visited India where he studied for 7 years to become a monk. He then went on to receive his medical degree and Masters in Public Health at Tufts University. He completed his residency at the Massachusetts General Hospital/McLean Hospital Psychiatry Residency Program.
After seeing too many young people underserved by traditional resources,
Dr. Kanojia decided he wanted to do more for public mental health. So, he began livestreaming psycho-educational content on Twitch. Thousands resonated with his message, and in 2020, the Healthy Gamer channel was among the top 1% fastest growing streams. Dr. Kanojia’s expertise includes evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) which he combines with the latest neuroscience research and psychological/psychiatric principles, giving his audience a comprehensive approach to mental health. Our Twitch community calls this approach AOE Healing, referring to a gaming mechanic of healing all the players in the ”area of effect” around you (as opposed to a single player).
Dr. Kanojia’s ability to identify, understand, and address modern mental health issues
has led to the development of effective programs including Healthy Gamer Coaching, proven to help people live happier, healthier lives across 125+ countries. Based on the success and demand of Healthy Gamer content and coaching, Dr. Kanojia founded the HG Institute and the Healthy Gamer Foundation. The HG Institute provides accredited Continuing Education (CE) hours for licensed therapists and coaching certifications for mental health and life coaches. The Healthy Gamer Foundation focuses on research and advocacy for the mental health needs of young people.
He is now applying his body of work
to support parents of those struggling with technology and gaming addiction through Healthy Gamer Families. He is the author of How to Raise a Healthy Gamer, the first book from a psychiatrist to help parents support children with technology addiction. His work these days includes advocacy for youth mental health, speakerships on technology and mental health, workshops for high-performance teams and creators, curriculum design for clinicians and paraprofessionals, and continuing to reach thousands through his content.
He is the world's leading expert on modern mental health issues
He is the world's leading expert on modern mental health issues
He is the world's leading expert on modern mental health issues
with a focus on the effects of technology. His expertise spans video game addiction, creator mental health, the restorative power of community support, and more. After nearly failing out of college due to video game addiction, Dr. K visited India where he studied for 7 years to become a monk. He then went on to receive his medical degree and Masters in Public Health at Tufts University. He completed his residency at the Massachusetts General Hospital/McLean Hospital Psychiatry Residency Program.
with a focus on the effects of technology. His expertise spans video game addiction, creator mental health, the restorative power of community support, and more. After nearly failing out of college due to video game addiction, Dr. K visited India where he studied for 7 years to become a monk. He then went on to receive his medical degree and Masters in Public Health at Tufts University. He completed his residency at the Massachusetts General Hospital/McLean Hospital Psychiatry Residency Program.
with a focus on the effects of technology. His expertise spans video game addiction, creator mental health, the restorative power of community support, and more. After nearly failing out of college due to video game addiction, Dr. K visited India where he studied for 7 years to become a monk. He then went on to receive his medical degree and Masters in Public Health at Tufts University. He completed his residency at the Massachusetts General Hospital/McLean Hospital Psychiatry Residency Program.
After seeing too many young people underserved by traditional resources,
After seeing too many young people underserved by traditional resources,
After seeing too many young people underserved by traditional resources,
Dr. Kanojia decided he wanted to do more for public mental health. So, he began livestreaming psycho-educational content on Twitch. Thousands resonated with his message, and in 2020, the Healthy Gamer channel was among the top 1% fastest growing streams. Dr. Kanojia’s expertise includes evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) which he combines with the latest neuroscience research and psychological/psychiatric principles, giving his audience a comprehensive approach to mental health. Our Twitch community calls this approach AOE Healing, referring to a gaming mechanic of healing all the players in the ”area of effect” around you (as opposed to a single player).
Dr. Kanojia decided he wanted to do more for public mental health. So, he began livestreaming psycho-educational content on Twitch. Thousands resonated with his message, and in 2020, the Healthy Gamer channel was among the top 1% fastest growing streams. Dr. Kanojia’s expertise includes evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) which he combines with the latest neuroscience research and psychological/psychiatric principles, giving his audience a comprehensive approach to mental health. Our Twitch community calls this approach AOE Healing, referring to a gaming mechanic of healing all the players in the ”area of effect” around you (as opposed to a single player).
Dr. Kanojia decided he wanted to do more for public mental health. So, he began livestreaming psycho-educational content on Twitch. Thousands resonated with his message, and in 2020, the Healthy Gamer channel was among the top 1% fastest growing streams. Dr. Kanojia’s expertise includes evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) which he combines with the latest neuroscience research and psychological/psychiatric principles, giving his audience a comprehensive approach to mental health. Our Twitch community calls this approach AOE Healing, referring to a gaming mechanic of healing all the players in the ”area of effect” around you (as opposed to a single player).
Dr. Kanojia’s ability to identify, understand, and address modern mental health issues
Dr. Kanojia’s ability to identify, understand, and address modern mental health issues
Dr. Kanojia’s ability to identify, understand, and address modern mental health issues
has led to the development of effective programs including Healthy Gamer Coaching, proven to help people live happier, healthier lives across 125+ countries. Based on the success and demand of Healthy Gamer content and coaching, Dr. Kanojia founded the HG Institute and the Healthy Gamer Foundation. The HG Institute provides accredited Continuing Education (CE) hours for licensed therapists and coaching certifications for mental health and life coaches. The Healthy Gamer Foundation focuses on research and advocacy for the mental health needs of young people.
has led to the development of effective programs including Healthy Gamer Coaching, proven to help people live happier, healthier lives across 125+ countries. Based on the success and demand of Healthy Gamer content and coaching, Dr. Kanojia founded the HG Institute and the Healthy Gamer Foundation. The HG Institute provides accredited Continuing Education (CE) hours for licensed therapists and coaching certifications for mental health and life coaches. The Healthy Gamer Foundation focuses on research and advocacy for the mental health needs of young people.
has led to the development of effective programs including Healthy Gamer Coaching, proven to help people live happier, healthier lives across 125+ countries. Based on the success and demand of Healthy Gamer content and coaching, Dr. Kanojia founded the HG Institute and the Healthy Gamer Foundation. The HG Institute provides accredited Continuing Education (CE) hours for licensed therapists and coaching certifications for mental health and life coaches. The Healthy Gamer Foundation focuses on research and advocacy for the mental health needs of young people.
He is now applying his body of work
He is now applying his body of work
He is now applying his body of work
to support parents of those struggling with technology and gaming addiction through Healthy Gamer Families. He is the author of How to Raise a Healthy Gamer, the first book from a psychiatrist to help parents support children with technology addiction. His work these days includes advocacy for youth mental health, speakerships on technology and mental health, workshops for high-performance teams and creators, curriculum design for clinicians and paraprofessionals, and continuing to reach thousands through his content.
to support parents of those struggling with technology and gaming addiction through Healthy Gamer Families. He is the author of How to Raise a Healthy Gamer, the first book from a psychiatrist to help parents support children with technology addiction. His work these days includes advocacy for youth mental health, speakerships on technology and mental health, workshops for high-performance teams and creators, curriculum design for clinicians and paraprofessionals, and continuing to reach thousands through his content.
to support parents of those struggling with technology and gaming addiction through Healthy Gamer Families. He is the author of How to Raise a Healthy Gamer, the first book from a psychiatrist to help parents support children with technology addiction. His work these days includes advocacy for youth mental health, speakerships on technology and mental health, workshops for high-performance teams and creators, curriculum design for clinicians and paraprofessionals, and continuing to reach thousands through his content.
Clinician
As a clinician and world-leading expert on video game addiction, Dr. K offers his expertise to prominent organizations through panel discussions and curriculum design. He also plays a key role in developing HG services, in collaboration with our Scientific Advisory Board.
2016
Stress Management and Resiliency Trainer
Benson Henry Institute for Mind-Body Medicine
2014
Instructor in Psychiatry
Harvard Medical School
2016 - 2018
Program Director
Integrative Psychiatry Service, Mass General Hospital
2017
Member
Council Of Ayurveda Research
Clinician
As a clinician and world-leading expert on video game addiction, Dr. K offers his expertise to prominent organizations through panel discussions and curriculum design. He also plays a key role in developing HG services, in collaboration with our Scientific Advisory Board.
2016
Stress Management and Resiliency Trainer
Benson Henry Institute for Mind-Body Medicine
2014
Instructor in Psychiatry
Harvard Medical School
2016 - 2018
Program Director
Integrative Psychiatry Service, Mass General Hospital
2017
Member
Council Of Ayurveda Research
Clinician
As a clinician and world-leading expert on video game addiction, Dr. K offers his expertise to prominent organizations through panel discussions and curriculum design. He also plays a key role in developing HG services, in collaboration with our Scientific Advisory Board.
2016
Stress Management and Resiliency Trainer
Benson Henry Institute for Mind-Body Medicine
2014
Instructor in Psychiatry
Harvard Medical School
2016 - 2018
Program Director
Integrative Psychiatry Service, Mass General Hospital
2017
Member
Council Of Ayurveda Research
Speaker & Instructor
Dr. K engages audiences with compelling talks and workshops on the neurological effects of technology, video game addiction, creator burnout management, and more.
FEATURED ON:
Speaker & Instructor
Dr. K engages audiences with compelling talks and workshops on the neurological effects of technology, video game addiction, creator burnout management, and more.
FEATURED ON:
Speaker & Instructor
Dr. K engages audiences with compelling talks and workshops on the neurological effects of technology, video game addiction, creator burnout management, and more.
FEATURED ON:
Creator
Through in-depth lectures, interviews with creators and experts, and advocacy for crucial initiatives, Dr. K has reached millions online. The goal of his content is to educate, and normalize open dialogue around mental health.
Creator
Through in-depth lectures, interviews with creators and experts, and advocacy for crucial initiatives, Dr. K has reached millions online. The goal of his content is to educate, and normalize open dialogue around mental health.
Creator
Through in-depth lectures, interviews with creators and experts, and advocacy for crucial initiatives, Dr. K has reached millions online. The goal of his content is to educate, and normalize open dialogue around mental health.
Researcher
As a researcher in the field, Dr. K explores innovative approaches, contributing to the advancement of mental health understanding and treatment options.
2006
Researcher
Osher Research Center – Harvard Medical School and Tufts
2012
Researcher
Center For Complementary And Integrative Medicine
2016
Ad-Hoc Article Reviewer
Journal Of Complementary And Alternative Medicine and Psychosomatics
2017
Associate Editor
Ayurveda Journal of Health
Researcher
As a researcher in the field, Dr. K explores innovative approaches, contributing to the advancement of mental health understanding and treatment options.
2006
Researcher
Osher Research Center – Harvard Medical School and Tufts
2012
Researcher
Center For Complementary And Integrative Medicine
2016
Ad-Hoc Article Reviewer
Journal Of Complementary And Alternative Medicine and Psychosomatics
2017
Associate Editor
Ayurveda Journal of Health
Researcher
As a researcher in the field, Dr. K explores innovative approaches, contributing to the advancement of mental health understanding and treatment options.
2006
Researcher
Osher Research Center – Harvard Medical School and Tufts
2012
Researcher
Center For Complementary And Integrative Medicine
2016
Ad-Hoc Article Reviewer
Journal Of Complementary And Alternative Medicine and Psychosomatics
2017
Associate Editor
Ayurveda Journal of Health
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How to Raise a Healthy Gamer
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A proven, tested plan to help parents create healthy boundaries around video games.
A proven, tested plan to help parents create healthy boundaries around video games.
A proven, tested plan to help parents create healthy boundaries around video games.
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Healthy Gamer is developed by world-class addictions expert Dr. Alok Kanojia.
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Healthy Gamer is developed by world-class addictions expert Dr. Alok Kanojia.
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Get the latest in mental health research, industry updates, and more
Healthy Gamer is developed by world-class addictions expert Dr. Alok Kanojia.