Matt Hawk, B.Sc., ADC (IC&RC), CAC II (ADACBGA)

Clinical Editor

Matt Hawk, B.Sc., ADC (IC&RC), CAC II (ADACBGA)
Clinical Editor for Narconon, Matt Hawk

With 16 years in the field of drug and alcohol addiction, Matt began with hands-on experience where he developed a deep understanding of the challenges faced by individuals struggling with substance use disorders. Over the years, this foundational experience led him to pursue certification, and he is now an Internationally Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor.

With degrees in Computer Science and Physics, the topics of evidence-based practices and statistical outcome monitoring quickly became a growing interest of his. This unique academic background has instilled in him a commitment to analytical thinking that informs all his editorial work. When evaluating research or explaining treatment methodologies, he applies the same scientific rigor that guided his academic training.

Currently pursuing a Master's degree in Computer Science with research focused on statistical modeling for evidence-based outcomes and healthcare privacy systems, he remains at the cutting edge of how technology intersects with addiction treatment. This ongoing scholarship enables him to translate emerging research into clear, actionable information for readers.

What sets his editorial perspective apart is this interdisciplinary background—a bridge between clinical practice, scientific methodology, and technological innovation. Readers benefit from content that has been carefully crafted to be scientifically sound, clinically relevant, and compassionately framed by someone who understands the field from multiple dimensions.

Having experienced addiction firsthand, Matt's own journey of recovery informs his work in profound ways. His personal story is evidence that not only is recovery possible, but it can bring a lifetime of rewards. This lived experience, mirrored by thousands of individuals he has helped throughout his career, makes his perspective uniquely authentic and hopeful. Matt's personal and professional path reflects the transformation possible when expertise meets compassion in the field of addiction treatment.

Articles reviewed by Matt Hawk:

Want to Be a New Father? Quit Using Cannabis First

Any man wishing to create a family should know about the harms of using cannabis. He should also be educated on the increased risks of sudden infant death, miscarriage, or even future psychosis. In fact, every couple planning a family should understand the relationship between marijuana and fertility and all the possible damage that can result from a father’s use of the drug.

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