Editorial Guidelines
Our commitment to accuracy, credibility, and evidence-based information
Our Editorial Mission
At Long Island Rehab Helpline & Crisis Intervention, we are committed to providing accurate, trustworthy, and evidence-based information about addiction treatment and recovery. Our content is created to help individuals and families make informed decisions about treatment options, understand addiction as a disease, and navigate the path to recovery.
We adhere to Google's E-E-A-T principles (Experience, Expertise, Authoritativeness, and Trustworthiness) and follow strict editorial standards to ensure all published content meets the highest quality benchmarks.
E-E-A-T Principles
Experience
Our content is written by professionals with direct experience in addiction treatment, including certified addiction counselors, peer recovery advocates, and individuals in long-term recovery.
Meet Our ContributorsExpertise
All medical and clinical content is reviewed by licensed healthcare professionals, including physicians, psychiatrists, and certified addiction specialists with relevant credentials.
Authoritativeness
We cite authoritative sources including SAMHSA, NIDA, CDC, peer-reviewed journals, and OASAS-certified treatment facilities to support our content.
Trustworthiness
We maintain transparency about our editorial process, clearly identify all contributors, disclose any conflicts of interest, and regularly update content to reflect current best practices.
Content Standards
Medical Accuracy
- All medical and clinical information is reviewed by licensed healthcare professionals
- Content is based on current scientific evidence and clinical guidelines
- We clearly distinguish between medical facts and professional opinions
- Controversial topics are presented with balanced perspectives
Source Citation
- All factual claims are supported by credible sources
- We prioritize peer-reviewed research and government health agencies
- Links to sources are provided for reader verification
- Statistics are cited with publication dates
Editorial Process
- All content undergoes multi-stage review before publication
- Medical content is reviewed by appropriate medical professionals
- Content is fact-checked against primary sources
- Articles are reviewed and updated at least annually
Transparency
- All contributors are clearly identified with their credentials
- Last medical review and update dates are displayed
- Any potential conflicts of interest are disclosed
- Corrections and updates are noted when content is revised
Our Contributors & Content Review Team
Our educational content is sourced from authoritative, evidence-based resources and reviewed by certified professionals to ensure accuracy and clinical reliability:
Content Review Team
- Benjamin Zohar, NCACIP - Nationally Certified Advanced Clinical Intervention Professional
- Ezra Zohar, M.S. Ed. - Educational Specialist with expertise in evidence-based content development
Primary Content Sources
- Government health agencies (.gov resources including SAMHSA, NIH, NIDA, CDC)
- Academic and educational institutions (.edu scholarly publications)
- Peer-reviewed medical and scientific journals
- Clinical practice guidelines from professional medical organizations
- OASAS (New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports) publications
- Evidence-based treatment research and clinical studies
Content Update Policy
The field of addiction medicine is constantly evolving. To ensure our content remains current:
- All articles are reviewed at least annually for accuracy
- Breaking developments in treatment are incorporated promptly
- Treatment facility information is verified regularly
- Legal and regulatory changes are updated as they occur
- Reader feedback is considered for content improvements
Questions About Our Editorial Process?
If you have questions about our editorial guidelines, content accuracy, or would like to report an error, please contact us:
Email: editorial@longisland.rehab