Author name: Dave Cundiff, MD, MPH, FASAM

Dr. Cundiff is board-certified in Addiction Medicine and in Public Health & General Preventive Medicine. He earned his MD at the University of Pennsylvania and his MPH at Johns Hopkins, and serves on the American Medical Association's Council on Science and Public Health. He is a Fellow of the American Society of Addiction Medicine and a national mentor on buprenorphine treatment through the Providers Clinical Support System. At Crestview, he leads the medical team, oversees medication management, and advises on clinical policy and practice.

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What Does a Fentanyl Overdose Feel Like? (Signs and Symptoms)

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Have you ever wondered what it feels like to overdose on fentanyl? You've probably heard horror stories about how dangerous synthetic opioids can be, even in tiny doses. Maybe you're addicted to prescription painkillers or heroin, and your dealer just gave you some new pills that are supposedly extra strong. Or perhaps you're simply curious

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How to Deal With Negative Influences in Recovery

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One of the most important factors for a positive addiction recovery experience is removing and reducing negative influences. Simply put, you need to create a new you, and doing so should involve the cultivation of more positive influences than may have existed before. This is necessary for the recovery process. Examples of Negative Influences in

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How to Deal with Gaslighting and What are the Signs

Mental Health, Mental Health Treatment, Self-Help /
Have you ever felt like you were constantly questioning your memory, your thoughts, or your sanity? Has someone in your life repeatedly denied things they said or did, making you feel like you're the one with the problem? If so, you might be dealing with gaslighting. Do you know how to deal with gaslighting? In

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What are the Signs of Benzo Abuse?

Addiction, Addiction Treatment Programs, Benzos, Drug Addiction /

Are you or a loved one is taking benzodiazepines? If so, it’s important to be aware of the signs of benzo abuse before starting this medication. Benzodiazepines, or benzos for short, are a type of central nervous system depressant that treats insomnia, anxiety, and panic disorders. They produce a calming effect by slowing the neurotransmitter

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What to Do If OCD Is Making it Hard to Live Your Life

Anxiety, Depression, Mental Health /
Living with OCD can be incredibly overwhelming. Moreover, it can be hard for loved ones to understand how OCD affects someone. If you or someone you love is worried OCD is ruining your life, there are now OCD treatment programs to help recognize triggers and treat OCD with evidence-based and holistic therapies. If you or

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3 of the Most Commonly Abused Painkillers

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Finding an effective pain medication is imperative after recovery from surgery, a car accident, or for those living with chronic pain. Some of the commonly abused painkillers on the market today can treat pain successfully. However, this is only true when following the prescription and not taking it with other drugs or alcohol. Unfortunately, most

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What is Dissociative Identity Disorder?

DID, Mental Health, Mental Health Treatment /
What is dissociative identity disorder (DID)? It's a complex psychological disorder that is the result of severe early-age trauma or recurring emotional, physical, or sexual abuse. It affects 1% of the population, and symptoms can include loss of time, headaches, amnesia, and having an out-of-body experience. Episodes are triggered by a wide range of situations

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Meth Rehab Center in Portland, Oregon

Addiction, Drug Addiction, Meth Addiction Treatment /
Methamphetamine, or meth, is a highly addictive illegal stimulant that affects the central nervous system. It can also cause a serious addiction after a few uses. The Portland area is currently seeing an increase in the number of overdose deaths due to meth. Sadly, nearly half of the overdose deaths involve more than one substance.

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5 Common Causes of Childhood Trauma

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Childhood trauma can have lingering effects that are felt long into adulthood and seriously impact people’s mental health. It can cause depression and anxiety and negatively impact work and personal relationships. There are multiple causes of childhood trauma that can impact children now and in the future. Starting treatment for childhood trauma today is essential

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