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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Is Vyvanse a Treatment for Binge Eating?

Controlled Substances, Drug Information, Eating Disorders, Mental Health /
Vyvanse and binge eating are two things that can go together. It is imperative that you speak with your doctor and Crestview Recovery counselor to explore if you are a candidate to use this drug. Binge eating disorder treatment is right here at Crestview Recovery. BED or Binge Eating Disorder is just one of the conditions we

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Hypnosis for Addictions

Addiction, Holistic Treatment, Rehabilitation /
People can take many different approaches to overcome addiction. However, there is no form of treatment that is a one-size-fits-all proposition. In other words, there's no one therapy that is appropriate for everyone. While there are many fine traditional options available, holistic treatment methods can work better for some people. One example is a hypnotherapy

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Combining Subutex and Xanax: Risks, Side Effects and Treatment

Drug Addiction, Drug Information /
Taken together, Subutex and Xanax can create a deadly concoction. It is essential that medication-assisted treatment centers thoroughly screen a person before beginning treatment to determine if this drug interaction has been taking place. The need for immediate treatment is clear. Why? Because Subutex interacting with other drugs that depress the central nervous system may

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How Chemical Imbalances Work

Addiction Therapy, Holistic Treatment, Mental Health, Substance Use /
Everyone is born with chemicals in their brain called neurotransmitters. Some of these neurotransmitter chemicals make us feel happier, and some make us feel more energetic. When we don't have enough of some of these chemicals, we may feel tired, down, or lacking in energy. Some people even experience a brain chemical imbalance, which can

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How Long Does Suboxone Stay In Your System?

Addiction Therapy, Drug Addiction, Dual Diagnosis /
The United States is currently battling an opioid epidemic, with approximately 2.1 million Americans addicted. As a result, a synthetic drug called Suboxone was made to help opioid addicts. It provides a lower dose of opioid ingredients for weaning drug rehab clients through detox. Plus, the drug’s naloxone protects people from overdosing when the drug

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Valium vs. Xanax: Is Xanax Stronger Than Valium?

Addiction, Drug Addiction, Drug Information /
Valium and Xanax are both sedatives in the benzodiazepine class of drugs. People take benzodiazepines to eliminate anxiety in order to function, sleep, or cope. Unfortunately, benzodiazepines like Valium and Xanax lose their effectiveness when taken regularly, especially at increasing doses. High doses of benzodiazepines definitely prevent anxiety, but they also impair people's ability to

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Long-Term Effects of ADHD Medication

Drug Information, Recovery, Substance Use /
Like most drugs, ADHD medications have side effects, especially when taken in higher doses than prescribed. In many cases, understanding the risks, symptoms, and alternatives can help people avoid unwanted side effects of ADHD medications. People who have been prescribed ADHD medication are at risk of developing an increasingly high tolerance. This puts them at

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3 Things You Can Do to Improve Your Mental Health

Dual Diagnosis, Mental Health /
People often wonder how they can lessen their mental health symptoms from depression, bipolar disorders, or other mental health illnesses. Many will assume drugs and alcohol can help reduce their symptoms. In reality, they will only worsen their condition over time and potentially develop a co-occurring disorder. Mental health treatment programs offer an effective way

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