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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Common Co-Occurring Issues Faced by Women

Addiction, Dual Diagnosis, Mental Health, Recovery /
At Crestview Recovery in Oregon, we offer dual diagnosis treatment and a gender-specific women's rehab center so that women can address co-occurring issues in a safe space. We offer a women-only program because many women feel safer in groups of other women. Contact Crestview Recovery in Portland to learn more about drug addiction treatment for [...]

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What Are the Effects of Purple Drank?

Addiction, Addiction Therapy, Controlled Substances, Drug Information, Prescription Drugs, Substance Use, Teen/Young Adult /
Purple drank, also known as "lean," is both an addictive and harmful drug cocktail. It can lead to long-term dependency, dangerous behavioral changes, and significant side effects. While purple drank is commonly consumed in social settings, it is important to understand the main purple drank effects. Unlike other highly addictive and illegal drug habits, purple

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Common Psychological Disorders

Addiction, Mental Health, Mental Health Treatment, therapy /
People often turn to drugs and alcohol for relief of the symptoms of mental health concerns. For this reason, psychological disorders are major risk factors for developing an addiction. When you come to treatment at Crestview Recovery, you're going to be in the hands of a staff that can help through dual diagnosis treatment. We'll diagnose

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The 3 Myths About Cocaine

Drug Addiction, Drug Information, Long-term Drug Effects, Substance Use /

Regular and heavy cocaine use causes diseases of the body, mind, and family. Medical consequences of long-term cocaine use include nasal perforation, rotting teeth, sexual dysfunction, heart attacks, and strokes. Psychological consequences of heavy cocaine use include insomnia, paranoia, loss of joy in things you love, impaired cognition, and depression. Family consequences of cocaine addiction

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What are the Costs Associated with Addiction Treatment?

Addiction, Addiction Resources, Addiction Therapy, Addiction Treatment Programs, Recovery /
Can you put a price tag on health and recovery from drug abuse? Yes, in fact, you can. How much does rehab cost? More importantly, how can you pay for it? Do you need to know more about paying for addiction treatment? Call us today at 866.262.0531 for more information. What Goes into the Cost

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Reasons Why Mental Health Care is Important

Mental Health, Mental Health Treatment, therapy /
Why is mental health care important? In Oregon, the current number of mental health cases is above the national average, with more than 34% of residents claiming they suffer from some form of mental health disorder.1 Depression and anxiety are two of the most common types of disorders people struggle with and can lead to

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What is a Holistic Therapy Program?

Addiction Therapy, Holistic Treatment /
Whether you're considering rehab for the first or fifth time, know that complete rehabilitation is possible and within your reach. If you've already been through an unsuccessful residential and inpatient treatment program attempt, consider your experience a learning curve. Real recovery is achieved gradually and through hard work. This time, choose a holistic rehab program that

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Proper Money Management in Recovery  

Addiction, Recovery, Relapse Prevention, Sober Living /
If you are recovering from alcohol or substance use, you are recovering from an excessive lifestyle. You used substances or alcohol excessively. Money is usually an important factor in how excessive your use was. As a result, money management is a key part of your recovery treatment program. However, like most areas of your treatment

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