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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What Is Physiological Dependence?

Addiction, Detox, Drug Addiction /
Physiological dependence can happen with the chronic use of most drugs—including many types of prescription drugs, even when they are taken as instructed by a physician. Thus, physical dependence does not necessarily constitute addiction. This distinction can be difficult to discern, especially regarding prescribed pain medications, for which needing increasing dosages can represent tolerance. This [...]

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How to Hold an Alcohol Intervention

Alcohol Addiction, Rehabilitation, Substance Use /
Alcohol abuse and alcoholism is never an easy subject to discuss with a loved one who may struggle with these issues. It is tempting to directly confront a friend or family member that struggles with alcoholism, but that may backfire without a properly established alcohol addiction intervention. Movies and TV tend to dramatize interventions to

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Wilderness Therapy Programs in Oregon

Addiction, Addiction Therapy, Dual Diagnosis, Wilderness Therapy /
No single therapy program works for everyone. Sometimes, it takes a unique program that gets people outside of their comfort zones. For many of them, outdoor therapy does that. It provides healing and rewarding experiences that they simply can't get from other forms of therapy. Do you want to know more about experiential therapy? Call

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Why Should I Choose a Women’s Drug Rehab in Oregon?

Gender-specific treatment, Women's Rehab Program /
Currently, Oregon is outpacing the rest of the country for the highest number of depression and anxiety cases. A shocking 34.6% of the population reports experiencing depression or anxiety symptoms in 2021. In fact, women who struggle with depression or other mental health disorders are more likely to hide their symptoms and form an addiction

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The Dangers of Popping Pill and Prescription Drug Abuse

Addiction, Addiction Treatment Programs, Drug Addiction, Prescription Drugs, Rehabilitation /
A shocking 20% of Americans admit to pill-popping prescription drug abuse or using prescription drugs for purposes other than those for which the drugs were prescribed. Pill popping can cause addiction to set in quickly. If you or a loved one are in need of prescription drug addiction rehab in Portland, Oregon, Crestview Recovery is here

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Yoga Therapy for Addiction Recovery

Addiction Therapy, Aftercare, Holistic Treatment, Mental Health /
There are numerous treatment methods for substance use and addiction. Most rehab centers use traditional methods. However, more are starting to use alternative and holistic therapies to complement those methods. These therapies provide individuals who want to recover with the tools that they need to achieve and maintain recovery. Take a look at what yoga

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