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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Your Ultimate Guide to Relapse Prevention

Relapse prevention after rehab takes more than willpower. You need to plan early to be strong against cravings and triggers that will inevitably happen. Having a solid plan like this will help you through stress, social struggles and other times that test your sobriety. After rehab, it's important to keep your addiction at bay by

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What Causes an Addiction to Lean Drink?

When doctors prescribe medications, they tell their patients about potential side effects. These medications may contain powerful drugs designed to alleviate pain and other symptoms. What happens when people mix drugs at home? There are still effects, but users may be unaware of what they are. Knowing about lean drink side effects can alert you

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The Worst Long-Term Effects of Alcohol

Though it’s illegal, it’s not uncommon for kids to start drinking in high school or early in college. When they enter adult life, most cut back on the alcohol. Those who don’t come face-to-face with the long term effects of alcohol abuse, especially binge drinking. People have been drinking alcohol for thousands of years. However,

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Most Common Cocaine Withdrawal Symptoms

Overcoming an addiction to cocaine can be a long and challenging process. It often starts with detox, where patients work through withdrawal symptoms. Learn more about cocaine withdrawal, how long it takes and what symptoms to prepare for. This can help you feel ready to tackle treatment and start working toward lasting cocaine addiction recovery.

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The Science Behind Seasonal Depression

The winter months can be difficult for everyone. Shorter days, colder weather, and changes in routine can bring on seasonal depression. While some may think seasonal depression is a made-up term to define the "holiday blues," it is a mental health disorder affected by seasonal change. Luckily, there are programs to treat seasonal affective disorder

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Is My Loved One Struggling With Depression? How to Help

Depression is often a misunderstood problem and one that has many complex causes and effects. Sadly, many millions of people suffer from this disease and may end up taking their own life as a result. Therefore, you may wonder, “Is my loved one struggling with depression?” and if drug abuse may be involved. The following

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