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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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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Types of Borderline Personality Disorder

Mental Health, Recovery, Teen/Young Adult /
More than four million Americans are living with borderline personality disorder (BPD). While other mental health disorders, such as depression, anxiety, and schizophrenia, get a lot of attention, BPD also needs equal representation. Nearly 70% of people with this personality disorder will attempt suicide at least once over their lifetime. In fact, the suicide rate

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What are the Symptoms of Cocaine Overdose?

Drug Addiction, Drug Information, Recovery, Substance Use /
Cocaine has long been a popular stimulant that is only available illegally. The substance is derived from the coca plant and grown in South America. It is well known for its short term effect of creating a feeling of euphoria. In addition, it can make a user feel extremely energized, increase sexual desires, and squash

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