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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Identifying Signs of Codependency In Your Relationship

Addiction Therapy, Mental Health, Mental Health Treatment, Recovery, Rehabilitation /

If you’re looking for ways to improve your mental health, then it’s important for you to think about forming healthy relationships. It’s crucial to have emotional support from family members and friends. Unfortunately, not every relationship is a healthy one. Unhealthy relationships may get in the way of your recovery process. Therefore, you need to

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What is Post Acute Withdrawal Syndrome (PAWS)?

Addiction, Detox, Mental Health, Relapse Prevention, Withdrawal /
Addiction is a mental health disorder that can cause physical changes in your brain that become permanent with long-term use. What is post-acute withdrawal syndrome (PAWS)? For men and women who abuse drugs or alcohol for several years, they can continue to experience the psychological effects of withdrawals sporadically for months or years after detoxing.

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Dependent Personality Disorder Treatment

Dual Diagnosis, Holistic Treatment, Mental Health, Mental Health Treatment /
When in addiction treatment, you may learn that you've been self-medicating undiagnosed mental illness through drug or alcohol abuse. This is common. However, by learning what your root mental issues are, you can learn how to enjoy greater stability in your life without substance use. Quality addiction rehab programs provide mental health treatment for these

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What Is a Gateway Drug Addiction?

Addiction, Drug Addiction, Substance Use /
A gateway drug is a habit-forming drug that may lead to other addictive substance use. This is a common theory, but not necessarily scientific fact. Today, some researchers and healthcare providers discount the existence of gateway substances. Whether these gateways to addiction are real is something you can decide for yourself. Gateway drugs are generally

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Individuals understanding the risks and side effects of Adderall

What Are the Side Effects of Adderall?

Addiction, Controlled Substances, Drug Addiction, Drug Information, Long-term Drug Effects, Prescription Drugs, Substance Use /
A lot of people take Adderall for attention deficit problems and related conditions. It can work very well to help children focus. Also, adults use it who have the same types of problems with their attention span. But the side effects of Adderall can be serious if individuals fail to take it properly. It's a

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