Author name: Dr. David Cundiff, M.D.

Dave Cundiff, MD, MPH is an experienced leader in the field of Substance Use Disorder treatment. He works with patients suffering from Substance Use Disorder to evaluate their medication needs and prescribe treatments accordingly. In addition, he regularly participates in all-staff debriefing sessions involving peers, nurses, and other prescribers. He also reviews and advises on policies, procedures, and techniques for treating substance use disorder.

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Understanding How Addiction and Relationships Interconnect

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It’s commonly assumed that battling addiction is a personal problem. This is false. Addiction and substance use can be devastating to relationships with family, friends, and other loved ones. The strain put upon the family of an addict can give rise to feelings of fear, suspicion, and mistrust. This can lead to broken marriages, shattered

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30 Recovery Movies About Addiction

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Movies about addiction serve as powerful tools to address and explore the multifaceted nature of substance use and addictive behaviors. With a warm and empathetic approach, these films are created to raise awareness, promote understanding, and inspire hope in people on the path to recovery. By presenting relatable stories and depicting the struggles and triumphs

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What Drugs Can Cause Permanent Psychosis?

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Psychosis is a severe mental condition in which an individual may lose touch with reality and experience disordered thoughts and emotions. Drug and alcohol use can cause varying degrees of psychosis. What drugs can cause permanent psychosis depends on a number of variable factors, including dosage, dependency, and individual neuronic response. That means almost any

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

Addiction Treatment, Opioids /
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 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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Should I Start Taking Medication for Depression?

Depression, Medication-assisted therapy, Mental Health, Mental Health Treatment /
Depression is a common mental health condition that affects millions of people worldwide, with a wide range of symptoms that can affect every aspect of a person's life. While there are various treatment options available for depression, including counseling and therapy, medication for depression is a widely used approach. But, is medication the right option

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Medication-Assisted Treatment for Opioid Abuse

Addiction Treatment Programs, Medication-assisted therapy, Opioid Addiction Rehab /

People who abuse their prescription pain medication or use heroin or other illegal opioids will likely develop serious physical and psychological symptoms along with chemical dependence. If they stop taking opioids suddenly without medical support, they will experience intense withdrawals and cravings that can lead to a relapse and overdose. Fortunately, medication-assisted treatment for opioid

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