#278: More Children Than Ever Are Addicted to Videogames w/ Dr. Kanojia

The Gabby Reece Show

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Health & Fitness, Business, Society & Culture, Relationships, Entrepreneurship, Mental Health

4.8 • 890 Ratings

🗓️ 22 July 2024

⏱️ 89 minutes

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In this episode, we dive into the complex world of video game addiction with Dr. Kanojia, founder of Healthy Gamer. Dr. K shares his personal journey from being a video game addict to becoming a psychiatrist and an advocate for healthy gaming habits. We discuss the blurred lines between video game addiction and healthy gaming, the impact of technology on mental health, and practical strategies for parents to help their children navigate the digital world. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to understand the psychological effects of gaming and how to foster healthier habits in the digital age. Sponsors: Lume: Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @lumedeodorant and get 15% off with promo code GABBY at LumeDeodorant.com #lumepod Tushy: Over 2 million butts love TUSHY. Get 10% off Tushy with the code GABBY at https://hellotushy.com/GABBY #tushypod Ritual: ritual.com/GABBY for 25% off LolaVie: Get 15% off LolaVie with code GABBY at https://www.lolavie.com/GABBY! #lolaviepod Show Notes: Introduction to Dr. K and Healthy Gamer [00:00:00 - 00:05:00] Gabby introduces Dr. Kanojia, his background, and the founding of Healthy Gamer. They discuss the rise of video game addiction and the blurred lines between addiction and healthy gaming habits. Dr. K's Personal Journey [00:05:01 - 00:15:00] Dr. K shares his own struggle with video game addiction during college, his transformative experience at a monastery in India, and how it shaped his approach to understanding and treating video game addiction. The Neuroscience of Addiction [00:15:01 - 00:25:00] An exploration of how video games and other digital distractions affect the brain, the role of dopamine, and why certain games are more addictive than others. Impact of Technology on Mental Health [00:25:01 - 00:35:00] Discussion on the increasing rates of mental health issues among young people, the role of technology, and the challenges parents face in addressing these issues. Practical Strategies for Parents [00:35:01 - 00:45:00] Dr. K offers actionable advice for parents on setting boundaries, understanding their children's gaming habits, and using communication techniques to foster healthier relationships with technology. Want more Dr. K? Healthy Gamer Visit Healthy Gamer for educational courses and resources on managing gaming habits and mental health. Books by Dr. K Check out Dr. K's book How To Raise a Healthy Gamer YouTube Channel Follow Healthy Gamer GG on YouTube for more videos and discussions on gaming and mental health. Everything Gabby Reece: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GabbyReece Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gabbyreece/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gabbyreeceofficial Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OfficialGabrielleReece/ Gabby Reece Website - https://gabriellereece.com/ Gabby Reece Show Transcript: https://gabriellereece.com/podcast/ Thank you for tuning into "The Gabby Reece Show." If you found this information helpful, consider sharing this episode with someone who needs it. And subscribe to make sure you never miss informative conversations like this. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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