When does substance use shift from a casual behavior to a serious problem? And more importantly, how can individuals, families, and communities recognize the warning signs and prevent addiction from taking hold? These are the types of essential conversations explored on Avoiding the Addiction Affliction, a weekly podcast hosted by educator, counselor, speaker, and consultant Michael McGowan, President of McGowan & Associates. Each Wednesday, he interviews experienced professionals who share real-world insight into addiction, prevention, treatment, and long-term recovery.
For more than twenty-five years, McGowan has worked with families, schools, agencies, athletes, and organizations across the United States, providing expert training, certified rehabilitation programs, and impactful keynote presentations. His mission is rooted in education, awareness, and prevention — helping people of all ages understand addiction before it escalates.
In the episode “Innovation,” guest Mark Hrymoc, MD, joins the conversation to discuss how the landscape of mental health and addiction medicine has evolved over the last two decades. Dr. Hrymoc is the Founder of the Mental Health Center in Los Angeles, and a double board-certified psychiatrist specializing in both General Psychiatry and Addiction Psychiatry. With extensive expertise in the psychopharmacology of addiction, his work focuses on evidence-based, integrated care designed to meet patients where they are — with empathy, scientific rigor, and innovation.
If you’re interested in understanding how science, treatment strategies, and systems of care are advancing, this episode is a valuable listen for clinicians, families, and anyone passionate about mental health progress.
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To learn more about Dr. Hrymoc and the Mental Health Center, visit:
👉 mentalhealthctr.com
