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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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 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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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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Man experiencing the signs of benzo abuse

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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