Ever wondered how our digital world is shaping mental health and addiction? Dr. Jason Powers sits down with Dr. Nicholas Kardaras, an Ivy League-educated psychologist and best-selling author, to tackle these pressing issues. Dr. Kardaras, known for his work on technology addiction, dives into how smartphones, video games, and social media are affecting our brains. He doesn’t just stop there; he also shares his personal journey of finding happiness through escapism and reinvention.

They discuss the intriguing role of virtual reality in mental health and how it can alter our psychiatric state. The conversation then shifts to the rise of personality disorders and the impact of polarizing content on society. Dr. Kardaras emphasizes the importance of self-care and family support, offering practical tips on managing a hectic schedule and finding balance. As the episode wraps up, there's a heartfelt call to focus on personal growth and caring for one another.

This episode is a treasure trove of insights for anyone grappling with addiction or mental health issues in our tech-driven world.

Dr. Jason Powers chats with Dr. Nicholas Kardaras about technology addiction, mental health, and finding balance in a digital age.

Finding Bliss in a Digital Age: A Chat with Dr. Nicholas Kardaras

This week, Dr. Jason Powers is joined by Nicholas Kardaras, Ph.D., LCSW-R. Dr. Kardaras is an Ivy League-educated psychologist, best-selling author, internationally renowned speaker, and an expert on mental health, addiction, and the impacts of our digital age. ​He was a professor at Stony Brook Medicine and has developed clinical treatment programs all over the country. Dr. Kardaras is also the founder and Chief Clinical Officer of Maui Recovery in Hawaii, Omega Recovery in Austin, and the Launch House in New York. He is also a frequent contributor to Psychology Today and FOX News and has appeared on Good Morning America, ABC's 20/20, CNN, the CBS Evening News, PBS, NPR, and FOX & Friends.    Dr. Kardaras is the author of the best-selling "Glow Kids" (St. Martin's Press, 2016), the seminal book on the clinical, neurological, and sociological aspects of Technology Addiction (Smart Phones, Video Games, Social Media, etc.), which has now been translated into 10 languages. In his book, "How Plato and Pythagoras Can Save Your Life" (Conari, 2011), Dr. Kardaras uses philosophy to help work with and treat young people who are struggling with an existential crisis. You can also pre-order his latest book, “Digital Madness: How Big Tech is Driving Our Mental Health Pandemic-and the Ancient Prescription for Sanity,” which explores the revolutionary research that reveals technology's damaging effect on mental illness and suicide rates―and offers a way out.   Be sure to tune in as Dr. Powers and Dr. Kardaras explore the modern addiction to digital escapism, the problem with black and white thinking, and how too much technology is affecting our mental health.    Topics Discussed: <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">How screens are shaping our minds and the mental health crisis</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">The REAL problem with polarization and black & white thinking </li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">How digital media feeds into ecocentrism by responding to immediate needs</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Understanding shame in the appropriate setting as a natural human emotion </li> </ul>   Connect with Nicholas Kardaras:   <ul> <li aria-level="1">Email: drk@omegarecovery.org </li> </ul> <ul> <li aria-level="1">Website: <a href= "http://www.drkardaras.com/">http://www.drkardaras.com</a> </li> </ul>   Connect with Positive Recovery Centers:   <ul> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"> Instagram: <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverycenters/">https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverycenters/</a> </li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"> Facebook: <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoveryCenters/">https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoveryCenters/</a> </li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Facebook Group: <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/groups/577870242872032">https://www.facebook.com/groups/577870242872032</a> </li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"> LinkedIn: <a href= "https://www.linkedin.com/company/positiverecoverycenters/"> https://www.linkedin.com/company/positiverecoverycenters/</a></li> </ul> </ul> <ul> <li aria-level="1">Pinterest: <a href= "https://www.pinterest.com/positiverecoverycenters/">https://www.pinterest.com/positiverecoverycenters/</a> </li> </ul> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"> YouTube: <a href= "https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg"> https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg</a> </li> </ul>   Contact Positive Recovery Centers:   If you or someone you know needs help, visit the website, or call the number below to schedule an assessment. We are here to help.    <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Call: 877-476-2743</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"> Address: 902 West Alabama Street Houston, Texas 77006</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"> Website: <a href= "https://positiverecovery.com/">https://positiverecovery.com</a> </li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"> Services: <a href= "https://positiverecovery.com/services/">https://positiverecovery.com/services/</a> </li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">FAQ: <a href="https://positiverecovery.com/faq/">https://positiverecovery.com/faq/</a> </li> </ul> ---  About Positive Recovery MD Podcast:   The Positive Recovery MD podcast is hosted by Dr. Jason Powers, Addiction Medicine Specialist and creator of Positive Recovery.    This podcast will not only inspire and motivate its listeners, but it will also provide the tools and foundation needed to thrive and flourish on their addiction recovery journey. Each week the Positive Recovery MD podcast community will come together to have authentic conversations around addiction, Recovery, and what matters – growth & progress, not perfection, all while developing positive habits for your life.    To join the community, visit <a href= "https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/OtK48nO/dailypositiverecovery"> https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/OtK48nO/dailypositiverecovery</a> to sign up to receive the daily Positive Intervention that we’ll review and gain access to EXCLUSIVE Positive Recovery content available only to Positive Recovery MD listeners.   About Positive Recovery Centers:   Positive Recovery Centers is a strengths-based addiction treatment program with locations across Texas. 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Ever wondered how our digital world is shaping mental health and addiction? Dr. Jason Powers sits down with Dr. Nicholas Kardaras, an Ivy League-educated psychologist and best-selling author, to tackle these pressing issues. Dr. Kardaras, known for his work on technology addiction, dives into how smartphones, video games, and social media are affecting our brains. He doesn’t just stop there; he also shares his personal journey of finding happiness through escapism and reinvention.They discuss the intriguing role of virtual reality in mental health and how it can alter our psychiatric state. The conversation then shifts to the rise of personality disorders and the impact of polarizing content on society. Dr. Kardaras emphasizes the importance of self-care and family support, offering practical tips on managing a hectic schedule and finding balance. As the episode wraps up, there's a heartfelt call to focus on personal growth and caring for one another.This episode is a treasure trove of insights for anyone grappling with addiction or mental health issues in our tech-driven world.

Dr. Jason Powers, MD

Dr. Jason Powers, MD

EPISODE 73: Helping People Find Their Bliss with Dr. Nicholas Kardaras, Ph.D., LCSW-R

EPISODE 73: Helping People Find Their Bliss with Dr. Nicholas Kardaras, Ph.D., LCSW-R

EPISODE 73: Helping People Find Their Bliss with Dr. Nicholas Kardaras, Ph.D., LCSW-R

Tuesday 30th August 2022

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Finding Bliss in a Digital Age: A Chat with Dr. Nicholas Kardaras