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I’m Dr. K. Harvard-trained psychiatrist, creator & owner of Healthy Gamer. Tune in for weekly updates from me about how we can improve your mental health. We cover topics ADHD, Trauma, Burntout and more. Dr. K's Guide to Mental Health: https://bit.ly/47zrIfH HG Coaching : https://bit.ly/46bIkdo HealthyGamer.GG: https://bit.ly/3ZOopgQ
Episodes
October 5, 2026 • 16 mins
In this episode, Dr. K explains why traditional habit frameworks fail for people with ADHD, as altered dopaminergic reward circuits and weaker frontal lobe planning make standard cues and rewards ineffective. However, because the brain's endocannabinoid habit circuitry remains intact, building automated "autopilot" behaviors can successfully shield neurodivergent minds from constant distraction once established. Rather than attempt...
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October 3, 2026 • 16 mins
In this episode, Dr. K explains why standard habit frameworks fail for individuals with ADHD, attributing the challenge to impaired frontal lobe executive function and dysregulated dopamine reward circuitry that make everyday tasks feel unrewarding. However, because the brain's endocannabinoid habit circuitry remains relatively intact, establishing "autopilot" routines can successfully shield neurodivergent minds from constant dist...
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September 28, 2026 • 36 mins
In this episode, Dr. K analyzes real-world police interrogation footage to break down the psychological tactics used to extract confessions, separating genuine emotional connection from extreme psychological pressure. He explains how prolonged interrogation and severe mental fatigue break down healthy defense mechanisms, causing people to comply with authority figures, doubt their own memories, or make false admissions under extrem...
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September 26, 2026 • 33 mins
In this episode, Dr. K breaks down the clinical realities of postpartum depression and postpartum psychosis, examining why new fathers often struggle to provide effective support during this high-stakes period. He explains that supporting a partner requires balancing emotional validation with active, practical help specifically by preserving her sleep, reducing her cognitive load, and actively building her self-efficacy as a mother...
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September 21, 2026 • 18 mins
In this episode, Dr. K examines the long-term psychological, relational, and emotional impacts of divorce on children. Dismantling common societal myths and "copium" statements used by parents, he breaks down how two-household dynamics disrupt basic stability, why children struggle in adult relationships, and how to address the unspoken grief of a broken family unit.
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September 19, 2026 • 23 mins
In this episode, Dr. K challenges the popular self-help idea that healing simply requires "letting go" and accepting a missed childhood. Drawing on Erik Erikson's developmental psychology, he explains why human development functions like a progress bar, how unresolved childhood stages leave adults feeling stuck and unfulfilled, and how to achieve genuine "corrective emotional experiences" to reclaim your life.
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September 14, 2026 • 19 mins
In this episode, Dr. K breaks down the psychological, neurological, and physical impact of breakups, explaining why men often feel like a breakup destroys their entire life rather than just a relationship. Moving past generic internet advice, he details the science of self-concept, physical heart complications, and how to balance emotional processing.
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September 12, 2026 • 24 mins
In this episode, Dr. K unpacks why so many of us cycle through hyper-expensive hobbies every two weeks, investing heavily in new gear only to quickly lose interest and move on. He explains the neurobiology of the "addictive personality", detailing how our brains process impulses, and how ancient teachings from the Buddha can help us break the cycle of constant excitement and disappointment.Mental health resources designed by Dr. K ...
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September 7, 2026 • 19 mins
In this episode, Dr. K takes a critical look at popular advice on how to "reprogram" your brain. Reacting to a claim by Shopify's CEO that writing a simple affirmation for a week cured his lifelong fear of public speaking, Dr. K explains the scientific flaws of success stories, the mechanics of trauma, and the ancient yogic tools of Sankalpa and Klishta that can actually rewire your mind.
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September 5, 2026 • 23 mins
In this episode, Dr. K provides a profound look at what it actually means to go through life with a higher sensory capacity than the average person. He breaks down why sensitive people are neurologically more vulnerable to trauma, why standard self-help advice fails them, and how to build a specialized psychological buffer to protect yourself from external negativity.
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August 31, 2026 • 25 mins
In this episode, Dr. K unpacks the highly requested, real-world science behind his "penile retraining regimen". Moving beyond common myths, he explains why testosterone is often a red herring for erectile issues, how the physical habits of masturbation "train" the body to struggle with real intimacy, and provides a breakdown of pelvic floor and mental exercises that can clinically treat erectile dysfunction (ED) and premature ejacu...
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August 29, 2026 • 38 mins
In this episode, Dr. K unpacks the psychology and data behind transitioning from friends to lovers, explaining why the traditional "friend zone" is actually the most successful starting point for a romantic relationship. Moving away from the high-stakes, dramatic gestures often seen in movies, he breaks down the science of social environments, the developmental stages of attraction, and why a grand confession of love is almost guar...
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August 24, 2026 • 20 mins
In this episode, Dr. K explores the psychology of reassurance seeking, explaining why some people need constant validation and how we actually heal from trauma. Unpacking a viral clip about reassurance and a fascinating study on neurodivergence, he breaks down why modern society is experiencing a spike in trauma, how our brains are wired to prioritize bad experiences, and why we need to change how we screen for trauma in neurodiver...
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August 22, 2026 • 148 mins
In this episode, Dr. K steps away from his usual content to offer a raw, clinical, and philosophical breakdown of the Lindsay Clancy trial. Analyzing this tragedy from his perspective as an MGH-trained psychiatrist, he separates social media sensationalism from medical reality. Dr. K dives deep into the neurobiology of the postpartum period, the terrifying reality of clinical psychosis, and how a fragmented healthcare system failed...
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August 17, 2026 • 17 mins
In this episode, Dr. K unpacks the unique challenges of high intelligence, explaining why gifted individuals are exceptionally prone to chronic anxiety, overwhelm, and severe burnout. Moving beyond the popular myth of intelligence as a pure superpower, he breaks down the neurobiology of an undisciplined mind, why smart people develop fragile coping habits, and how to stop using calculations as a shield against taking action.
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August 15, 2026 • 25 mins
In this episode, Dr. K unpacks the massive and often contradictory mental health conversation surrounding GLP-1 agonists like Ozempic. Moving past the physical weight loss, he breaks down the complex psychiatric side effects—from the "Ozempic personality" to why the medication's impact on depression depends entirely on your starting weight.
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August 10, 2026 • 17 mins
In this episode, Dr. K tackles a fascinating and highly requested question: Do therapists actually know when their patient is the "villain" of their own story? He explores how toxic individuals and narcissists frequently weaponize therapy language, why some therapists miss personality disorders for years, and the clinical signs—like an external locus of control and a failure of mentalization—that reveal when a client is...
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August 8, 2026 • 25 mins
In this episode, Dr. K tackles the popular self-help myth of "thought control" and positive thinking. Disagreeing with top athletes who claim they can fully master their minds, he explains the actual science of attention, emotional regulation, and cognitive conditioning. Drawing on the metaphor of a garden, he breaks down how to stop painful thought spirals, why arguing with your own brain fails, and how to transition away from the...
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August 3, 2026 • 44 mins
In this episode, Dr. K tackles the hidden reality of why breakups and divorce are often psychologically and physically more damaging to men than women. Moving beyond the "red pill" talking points, he breaks down the statistical disparities in post-divorce mortality, the neuroscience of stress-induced sexual dysfunction, and actionable steps men can take to rebuild their identities after losing their primary emotional support system...
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August 1, 2026 • 35 mins
In this episode, Dr. K unpacks the growing phenomenon of "femcels" and the hidden traps of modern dating. Reacting to a viewer struggling with anxious attachment and limerence, he explains why setting impossible "romcom" standards destroys real-world connection and breaks down the psychological danger of feeding your mind a toxic internet diet.
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