Every piece of content we publish is researched, written, reviewed, and verified by addiction and mental health professionals to ensure accuracy and reliability.
Our StandardsAt Valley Spring Recovery Center, we believe that accurate, evidence-based information is essential to helping individuals and families make informed decisions about addiction and mental health treatment. Misinformation can delay treatment, worsen outcomes, and contribute to the stigma surrounding substance use disorders and mental illness.
Our editorial team is committed to producing content that reflects the latest clinical research, adheres to best practices in behavioral health communication, and serves the needs of people seeking help for themselves or their loved ones.
Every page on our website undergoes a rigorous multi-step process before publication, ensuring that the information you read is clinically accurate, up to date, and free from bias or misleading claims.
Our four-stage editorial process ensures every piece of content meets the highest standards of accuracy and helpfulness:
Content begins with comprehensive research using peer-reviewed studies, government health databases (SAMHSA, NIDA, NIH), and clinical guidelines from organizations like the American Psychiatric Association and American Society of Addiction Medicine. We never rely on a single source.
Professional health writers with expertise in addiction and mental health create content that is accessible, empathetic, and free from stigmatizing language. We follow person-first language guidelines and avoid sensationalism or fear-based messaging.
Every piece of clinical content is reviewed by a licensed clinician -- including licensed clinical social workers (LCSWs), licensed professional counselors (LPCs), or physicians with expertise in addiction medicine. Reviewers verify clinical accuracy, appropriate treatment descriptions, and alignment with current evidence.
After passing editorial and clinical review, content is published with clear attribution and date stamps. We continuously monitor published content for accuracy against new research, clinical guideline updates, and reader feedback.
Clinical accuracy is non-negotiable. Every article, guide, and resource page that contains medical or clinical information is reviewed by a qualified healthcare professional before publication.
Our medical reviewers evaluate content for:
Ensuring all treatment descriptions, medication information, and therapeutic approaches align with current evidence-based practices and clinical guidelines.
Verifying that content does not include information that could be harmful if misapplied, and that appropriate disclaimers and emergency resources are included where relevant.
Confirming that content accurately represents Valley Spring's capabilities and does not overstate treatment outcomes or make unsupported claims about success rates.
Cross-referencing content against the latest DSM-5 criteria, ASAM guidelines, and published clinical research to ensure all information reflects the current state of the field.
We rely on authoritative, peer-reviewed, and government-backed sources to inform our content. Our primary reference sources include:
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration -- federal guidelines, treatment locators, and national survey data.
National Institute on Drug Abuse -- research reports, drug facts, and evidence-based treatment principles.
American Psychiatric Association -- diagnostic criteria (DSM-5), practice guidelines, and position statements on mental health treatment.
Published research from journals including Addiction, Journal of Substance Abuse Treatment, and the American Journal of Psychiatry.
We also reference the World Health Organization (WHO), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), National Institutes of Health (NIH), and the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) as supplementary sources.
Medical knowledge evolves. Treatment guidelines are updated. New research emerges. We are committed to keeping our content current and accurate through systematic reviews and a transparent corrections process.
Content Review Schedule: All clinical content is reviewed at least annually to verify that it reflects the latest research, updated clinical guidelines, and any changes to our treatment programs or services.
Corrections Policy: When errors are identified -- whether by our team, our clinical reviewers, or our readers -- we correct them promptly. Substantive corrections are noted on the affected page with the date of correction. Minor typographical or formatting corrections are made without notation.
Every article includes a "Last reviewed" date so readers can assess the currency of the information they are reading.
Our editorial content is produced independently from our marketing and business operations. Clinical content decisions are driven by patient needs and clinical accuracy, not by commercial interests.
We do not:
Accept payment from pharmaceutical companies, insurance providers, or other entities in exchange for favorable content or endorsements.
Make unsubstantiated claims about treatment success rates or guarantee specific outcomes from our programs or any treatment approach.
Use scare tactics, exaggerated statistics, or sensationalized narratives to motivate individuals to seek treatment.
Use terms like "addict," "junkie," "clean," or "dirty" that perpetuate stigma. We follow NIDA's preferred language guidelines throughout our content.
We welcome feedback on our content. If you notice an error, have questions about our sources, or want to suggest improvements, please reach out. Your input helps us maintain the highest standards of accuracy and helpfulness.
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For content-related inquiries, please reference the specific page or article in your communication so our team can address your feedback efficiently.