John m grohol biography
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About Dr. John Grohol
John M. Grohol, Psy.D. is a pioneer in online mental health and psychology.
John m grohol biography
Recognizing the educational and social potential of the Internet in 1995, Dr. Grohol transformed the way people could access mental health and psychology resources online. Pre-dating resources from the National Institute for Mental Health, professional associations, and mental health advocacy organizations, Dr.
Grohol was the first to systematically publish online the diagnostic criteria (and offered interactive quizzes) for common mental disorders, such as depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, and schizophrenia. His leadership has helped to break down the barriers of stigma often associated with mental health concerns, bringing trusted resources and support communities to the Internet.
He has worked tirelessly as a patient advocate to improve the quality of information available for mental health patients, highlighting quality mental health resources, and building safe, private su