Editorial Policy — Content Review Standards

Our Commitment to Accuracy

Southeast Addiction is committed to providing accurate, evidence-based information about addiction, treatment, and recovery. As a publisher of health-related content, we understand the critical importance of clinical accuracy and adhere to strict editorial standards.

Our content serves a YMYL (Your Money or Your Life) purpose — meaning inaccuracies could directly impact readers' health decisions. We take this responsibility seriously.

Content Review Process

Every article published on Southeast Addiction undergoes a rigorous review process:

Research & Drafting

Content is researched using peer-reviewed journals, government health databases (NIDA, SAMHSA, NIH), and clinical guidelines. All claims are backed by verifiable sources.

Clinical Review

All medical and treatment content is reviewed by a licensed clinician with relevant expertise (MD, PsyD, or equivalent). Reviewers verify clinical accuracy and ensure recommendations align with current evidence-based practices.

Editorial Review

Content is reviewed for clarity, readability, and adherence to person-first language. We ensure all information is accessible to a general audience while maintaining clinical accuracy.

Publication & Monitoring

Published content includes the author's credentials, reviewer's credentials, publication date, and date of last review. Articles are scheduled for periodic re-review to ensure continued accuracy.

Our Authors & Reviewers

All content is created by qualified professionals with relevant credentials in addiction medicine, clinical psychology, or peer recovery support:

Medical content is written by board-certified physicians (MD) specializing in addiction medicine (FASAM)
Behavioral health content is authored by licensed psychologists (PsyD, ABPP) with expertise in substance use disorders
Recovery content is created by certified peer recovery specialists (CPRS, CADC) with lived recovery experience
All articles are cross-reviewed — medical authors are reviewed by psychologists and vice versa to ensure comprehensive accuracy

Author and reviewer credentials are displayed on every article. Learn more about our team on our About page.

Sources & Citations

We primarily reference:

National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) — nida.nih.gov
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) — samhsa.gov
National Institutes of Health (NIH) — nih.gov
Peer-reviewed clinical journals — including JAMA, The Lancet, and the American Journal of Psychiatry
World Health Organization (WHO) — who.int

Each article includes a "Sources & References" section listing the specific sources used.

Content Updates

We review and update existing content on a regular schedule:

Articles are re-reviewed every 6 months or sooner if new evidence emerges
Each article displays both the original publication date and the date of last review
Significant updates are documented, and the reviewer is credited
Outdated or inaccurate content is corrected or removed promptly

Corrections Policy

If you identify an error in any of our content, please contact us immediately. We take corrections seriously and will:

Acknowledge the report within 24 hours
Have the relevant clinical reviewer verify the issue
Publish a correction or update within 48 hours if warranted
Note the correction at the bottom of the affected article

Advertising & Sponsorship

Southeast Addiction maintains strict separation between editorial content and any advertising or sponsored content:

Sponsored content is always clearly labeled as such
Advertisers have no influence over editorial decisions or content
We do not accept compensation in exchange for positive coverage of any treatment provider
All treatment facility recommendations are based solely on clinical criteria

Questions About Our Editorial Process?

If you have questions about how we create or review our content, please reach out through our contact page or email us at [email protected].