The rise of so-called “rescuers” and informal rehabilitation centers for people with addictions has begun to uncover a reality marked by reports of alleged physical abuse, forced confinement, humiliation, overcrowding and economic exploitation, amid the growing problem of mental health and drug use facing the Dominican Republic. The situation was once again under the public magnifying glass after the death of Kelvin Alexander Mateo, 24 years old…
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The rise of so-called “rescuers” and informal rehabilitation centers for people with addictions has begun to uncover a reality marked by reports of alleged physical abuse, forced confinement, humiliation, overcrowding and economic exploitation, amid the growing problem of mental health and drug use facing the Dominican Republic. The situation was once again under the public magnifying glass after the death of Kelvin Alexander Mateo, 24 years old…