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Expert	Average Ratings	Expertise
Jacqui Australia Available View Profile Ask A Question View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 9.95 Clarity of Response 9.95 Politeness 10.00 Response Time(hr) 38.4 --Last 90 Days(hr) 40.5 Total Questions 323	* I AM CURRENTLY RAISING MONEY FOR A HARM REDUCTION CENTRE IN SIEM REAP, CAMBODIA - THIS WILL PROVIDE RESPITE, BASIC HEALTH CARE, CASE MANAGEMENT AND SUPPORT FOR YOUNG CAMBODIAN DRUG USERS (WHO USE MOSTLY METHAMPHETAMINE). ANY DONORS WILL RECEIVE A DETAILED REPORT AND PHOTOS ON THE STATUS OF THE PROJECT AS WELL AS INCOME EXPENDITURE RECORDS * I am committed to Harm reduction, a philosophy that acknowledges people will continue to use drugs despite all of the effort put into stopping it (case in point - US government drug war ... trillions of dollars spent fighting and more people using). I advocate to support people who use drugs by reducing the harms associated with their use through needle and syringe programs (NSP), advocating for drug law reform, non-judgmental health services and reducing the stigma associated with drugs. I worked in harm reduction in Australia (NSP, primary health care, drop in centre) for ten years and also have 18 months managing a service providing care coordination for people with multiple and complex problems. I currently live and work in Cambodia as a Harm Reduction Advisor for a local Khmer NGO, primarily focusing on methamphetamine use and in the process of trying .....
Daniel A. Toth U.S. Available View Profile Ask A Question View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 9.84 Clarity of Response 9.87 Politeness 9.88 Response Time(hr) 19.4 --Last 90 Days(hr) 28.3 Total Questions 455	Any questions related to: drug abuse,recovery and opiate withdrawal. Friends and family questions are also welcomed- however there's very little I can suggest if the person has no willingness to change.I will only answer NON- PRIVATE questions as my objective is to help as many people as possible- use a fake name. PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT QUESTIONS REGARDING DRUG TESTS OR HOW LONG YOUR DOPE WILL STAY IN YOUR SYSTEM! My energy is directed at those wishing to stop self destructing.
Patricia M. U.S. Available View Profile Ask A Question View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 10.00 Clarity of Response 10.00 Politeness 10.00 Response Time(hr) 9.4 --Last 90 Days(hr) 12.0 Total Questions 10	I will attempt to answer any serious question on substance abuse, including alcohol, illegal drugs and/or prescription drugs.
Sherrie Sweet U.S. Available View Profile Ask A Question View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 10.00 Clarity of Response 10.00 Politeness 10.00 Response Time(hr) 129.0 --Last 90 Days(hr) 141.8 Total Questions 44	I am qualified to answer questions in all areas of addiction and recovery. If you have a question that I can not answer, I am not afraid to tell you that I do not know, however, I am willing to help you find the answer. I am qualified to assist you with questions asked by the individual who is using drugs or alcohol, as well as questions from concerned friends and family members. I understand the stigmas of this disease and the difficult issues that arise from substance use. I am here to offer guidance and support.
Peter L. U.S. Available View Profile Ask A Question View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 9.83 Clarity of Response 9.83 Politeness 9.93 Response Time(hr) 37.0 --Last 90 Days(hr) 32.6 Total Questions 214	I am available to answer any questions about substance use, abuse, and dependence. I can also offer perspective on treatment options and how to motivate someone to get help. I have over 27 years of experience as a substance abuse treatment professional, working with adolescents and adults in a variety of treatment settings. I feel I can answer just about any question in this topic area but can also access reference sources, or direct you to these for additional information gathering or education on your own.
Crystal U.S. Available View Profile Ask A Question View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 9.87 Clarity of Response 9.79 Politeness 9.89 Response Time(hr) 61.3 --Last 90 Days(hr) 58.5 Total Questions 350	I can answer questions on substance abuse and addiction as well as possible ideas for abstinence and groups. I have been a substance abuse counseling specialist for 5 years. I cannot give medically diagnose but can give accurate advice and helpful ideas.

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Recent Answers

2012-02-07 Drug test questions:

Erica, To the very best of my knowledge, amoxicillin or Augmentin will neither one cause a false positive reading for any drug, particularly cocaine. I could be wrong, but I'm pretty certain. The drugs

2012-02-01 babies and second hand smoke:

Hi Donna, Personally I don't think that babies or children should be exposed to second hand smoke of any sort. Especially babies as their lungs are developing. I personally don't have anything against

2012-01-27 Codeine:

Hi Mary, Codeine is a substance that has habit forming qualities. Anyone who uses a medication like this long term will suffer from withdrawal type symptoms. Diarrhea is a common side effect after long

2012-01-23 taking valium and adderall by a recovered heroin user:

Hi Jennifer, Your question has a multi faceted answer, I will do my best to give you all the information you might need concerning your friend. If a person is in recovery from any given drug or alcohol

2012-01-22 Relationships and recovery:

Hi Amy, I am sorry you are struggling with this and I am even more sorry that you are allowing it to consume you so much that you stop functioning. You need to stop yourself right now in your tracks

Addiction to Drugs/Experts

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