According to his sister, Matthew Perry spent approximately $7 million trying to get sober. What can his experience teach us about addiction, treatment safety, and choosing effective care?

Clinical psychologist and addiction scientist Dr. Suzette Glasner examines Netflix’s The One About Matthew Perry, connecting his story with research and practical guidance for parents, patients and families.

This episode explores:

* Early addiction risks: What parents should know about adolescent drinking, supplying alcohol at home, and opioid prescriptions after injuries.

* Ketamine’s benefits and risks: Why addiction history, careful monitoring and communication between providers matter when considering a powerful treatment.

* Finding quality care: Why expensive rehab does not necessarily mean effective treatment—and what to ask about medications, behavioral therapies and support after discharge.

Dr. Glasner also explains why increased risk is not destiny and why families should not blame themselves for a loved one’s addiction. Perry’s story underscores the importance of accessible, evidence-based care while honoring his determination and openness about his struggles.

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For help finding substance use treatment, contact SAMHSA’s National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357) or visit FindTreatment.gov. For a life-threatening emergency, call 911.

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Your teen trusts a chatbot with their feelings. Should you trust its advice?

Clinical psychologist and addiction scientist Dr. Suzette Glasner explores what happens when teenagers turn to AI chatbots for emotional support—and what parents need to know about their limitations.

Drawing on her clinical expertise and recent research on AI mental health chatbot safety, Dr. Glasner examines a disputed Common Sense Media assessment of ChatGPT’s teen safeguards, OpenAI’s response, and the broader questions facing families across chatbot platforms.

This episode examines:

* What safety testing reveals about crisis responses, parent notifications, and the limits of parental controls.

* Why a chatbot’s agreement can feel supportive without providing sound advice.

* How to evaluate chatbots marketed for mental health—and help teens build a plan for human support.

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Simulated safety tests cannot tell us how often teenagers experience harm in everyday use. But concerning responses in plausible crisis situations deserve attention. Dr. Glasner offers practical guidance for talking with teens about AI, recognizing concerning changes in their behavior, and knowing when professional help is needed.

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If you or someone you know needs crisis support in the United States, call 988 or text 988. For immediate danger or a medical emergency, call 911.

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A young woman takes what she believes is Xanax. She becomes unresponsive and improves after receiving naloxone—but her initial hospital drug screen is negative for both opiates and fentanyl. More advanced testing identifies cychlorphine in her blood.

How can someone encounter an opioid without knowing it—and what can ordinary drug testing miss?

Clinical psychologist and addiction scientist Dr. Suzette Glasner examines cychlorphine, a potent synthetic opioid found in counterfeit medication and drug mixtures. Following Los Angeles County’s October 15 announcement of its first confirmed fatal overdose involving the substance, she explains what the research reveals, what remains uncertain, and what families should know.

This episode examines:

• What cychlorphine does to the body• How it reaches people through counterfeit pills and the changing illicit drug supply• What documented cases reveal about teenagers, adults, and unexpected exposure• The limits of fentanyl testing, the role of naloxone, and practical steps to reduce overdose risk

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A person does not have to be seeking an opioid to encounter one. Dr. Glasner explains why the source of a pill matters, why a negative fentanyl test cannot establish safety, and why recognizing an overdose promptly can save a life.

RESOURCES

Drug Checking LA: https://www.drugcheckingla.com/

Naloxone information:https://www.cdc.gov/overdose-prevention/reversing-overdose/about-naloxone.html

SAMHSA National Helpline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)Treatment locator: https://findtreatment.gov

Poison Control: 1-800-222-1222 https://www.poison.org

If someone cannot be awakened or is breathing slowly or abnormally, call 911 immediately and administer naloxone if available. Follow dispatcher instructions and stay with the person until emergency help arrives.

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