methadone

n. a synthetic opioid analgesic that is used for pain relief and as a substitute for heroin and other opioids in methadone maintenance therapy. It is quite effective when orally ingested and has a long duration of action, both preventing withdrawal symptoms and blocking the reinforcing effects of these opioids. U.S. trade name (among others): Dolophine.

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February 1st 2025

child custody evaluation

a procedure, often conducted by clinical psychologists, that involves evaluating parenting behavior, analyzing parental capacity to address a child’s needs, and providing the court with a recommendation regarding child custody arrangements. See primary caretaker standard.