Nicholas Kardaras

Nicholas Kardaras

Keynote Speaker: Addiction & Digital Health Expert; Author of "Glow Kids" & "Digital Madness"; Founder & Chief Clinical Officer at Maui Recovery & Omega Recovery; Clinical Professor at Stony Brook Medicine

Nicholas Kardaras Biography

Dr. Nicholas Kardaras is a psychologist, author, and recognized expert on addiction and the clinical impact of the digital age. With more than 20 years of clinical and operational experience, Kardaras has developed and managed treatment programs that address substance use disorders and technology addiction. He served as a clinical professor at Stony Brook Medicine, specializing in the neurophysiology and treatment of addiction, and has taught neuropsychology at the doctoral level. Kardaras has collaborated on clinical protocols with Dr. Howard Shaffer, associate professor at Harvard Medical School and director of the Division of Addiction. His background also includes experience as an AAU National Karate champion, former New York City nightclub owner, and coma survivor.

Kardaras is the author of "Glow Kids," a book examining the clinical, neurological, and sociological aspects of technology addiction, including the effects of smartphones, video games, and social media. "Glow Kids" has been translated into multiple languages and serves as a resource for parents, educators, and clinicians seeking research-based information on tech addiction. His earlier book, "How Plato and Pythagoras Can Save Your Life," explores the use of philosophy in supporting young people facing existential challenges.

In "Digital Madness," Kardaras analyzes the mental health impact of technology addiction and social media on teens and young adults. The book discusses how social media immersion can contribute to emotional extremes, addictive behaviors, and the spread of psychiatric disorders, while also offering philosophical approaches to resilience and critical thinking. Kardaras's New York Post op-ed, Digital Heroin, has reached a wide audience and contributed to public discourse on screen culture and mental health.

Kardaras has worked clinically with more than 2,000 teens and young adults and advocates for the recognition of screen addiction as a clinical disorder. He has collaborated with legislators to support mental health protections for children and young adults and serves as an expert witness and consultant in legal cases involving gaming and social media companies. Kardaras is the founder and chief clinical officer of Maui Recovery in Hawaii, Omega Recovery in Austin, and the Launch House in New York.

Kardaras has appeared as an expert on ABC's 20/20, Good Morning America, CBS Evening News, CNN, FOX & Friends, NPR, PBS, and BBC, and has written for TIME, Scientific American, and Psychology Today. He has been featured on the A&E TV series "Digital Addiction," the A&E documentary "Youth in Crisis," and the documentaries "Screened Out" and "Doomscroll." Kardaras frequently presents and lectures on addiction, digital health, and mental health, contributing to ongoing conversations about public health and technology.

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Nicholas Kardaras Speaking Topics

What the Research Shows About Screen Effects on Children and Teens

Navigating Digital Addiction

Nicholas Kardaras Videos

Dr Nicholas Kardaras [Glow Kids] How screen time is taking a toll
The Hidden Dangers of Social Media | Dr. Nicholas Kardaras

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Nicholas Kardaras is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Health & Wellness, Healthcare, Addiction & Recovery, Mental Health, Fitness, Gaming, Social Media, Psychology, Social Sciences, Technology, Public Health and Youth.

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Nicholas Kardaras is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Health & Wellness, Healthcare and Addiction & Recovery. The estimated speaking fee range to book Nicholas Kardaras for live events is Below $10,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Nicholas Kardaras generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Ryan Hampton, John Mabry and Ray Lozano. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Nicholas Kardaras for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 27/10/2026.

Nicholas Kardaras Speaking Topics

  • What the Research Shows About Screen Effects on Children and Teens

  • Navigating Digital Addiction

Nicholas Kardaras Videos

Dr Nicholas Kardaras [Glow Kids] How screen time is taking a toll
The Hidden Dangers of Social Media | Dr. Nicholas Kardaras
  • How do I book Nicholas Kardaras to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Nicholas Kardaras for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Nicholas Kardaras, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Nicholas Kardaras or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Nicholas Kardaras for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Nicholas Kardaras, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Nicholas Kardaras are Below $10,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Nicholas Kardaras, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Nicholas Kardaras speak about?

    Nicholas Kardaras is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Health & Wellness, Healthcare, Addiction & Recovery, Mental Health, Fitness, Gaming, Social Media, Psychology, Social Sciences, Technology, Public Health and Youth.
  • Where does Nicholas Kardaras travel from?

    Nicholas Kardaras generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Nicholas Kardaras?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Nicholas Kardaras for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book Nicholas Kardaras for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Nicholas Kardaras or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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