Episode #2. Addiction Explained: Dr. Deborah Gross on Brain Science, Trauma, and Long Term Recovery

In this episode of The McCoy House Podcast, we welcome Dr. Deborah Gross, MD, board certified in psychiatry and addiction medicine and author of 90 Ways in 90 Days. With more than forty years of clinical experience, Dr. Gross brings both medical expertise and compassionate clarity to one of the most misunderstood conditions of our time.   Together, we explore addiction as a medical disorder, not a moral failing. Dr. Gross explains what substance use does to the brain and body, how trauma increases vulnerability to dependency, and why structured recovery programs are critical in rebuilding healthy neural pathways and sustainable habits. She shares practical, evidence based tools that help lay the foundation for long term sobriety and stability.   Drawing from her work with the women of The McCoy House, Dr. Gross offers insight into what meaningful healing requires, including structure, accountability, clinical support, and hope.   #AddictionRecovery #AddictionScience #RecoveryPodcast #MentalHealthRecovery #DrDeborahGross #SobrietySupport #TraumaAndAddiction #RecoveryEducation #McCoyHouse #AudioAlchemyProductions This episode is produced by Daniel Anderson at Audio Alchemy Productions.