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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The Science of Psychological Dependence

For someone who doesn’t suffer from an addiction, it’s easy to think, “Anyone can quit with the right willpower.” The reality is that it’s not that simple. Physical and psychological dependence make it nearly impossible to quit without help. Sure, ending physical dependence is possible with an intensive detoxification process. However, the main reason people [...]

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Bipolar Disorder and Alcohol

Self-medicating is often a precursor to addiction, especially for a person struggling with bipolar disorder. Bipolar disorder and addiction can lead to a mental and physical dependency that makes life unmanageable. It’s essential to understand why you started to self-medicate with alcohol and learn a new way of living. Through addiction treatment, you’ll see that

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Physical and Psychological Alcohol Effects

  Alcoholism causes a variety of psychological and physical symptoms. While some are easier to spot than others, alcohol effects take a physical and mental toll. It’s vital to receive help from an alcohol addiction rehab center before the addiction causes further problems and damage. The Psychological Effects of Alcoholism Alcohol addiction can lead to

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4 Signs of Anxiety to Look for in a Loved One

Anxiety can be a crippling mental health concern. Worrying about worrying can stand in the way of people’s personal and professional lives while impacting self-esteem. It’s often a lonely, downward spiral that will continue unabated until that person decides to do something about it. If you’re worried that a loved one may be struggling, keep

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Art Therapy for Addiction Treatment

Complementary or holistic rehab programs in Oregon are becoming more popular. They are seen as effective treatments for addiction, particularly when combined with other treatments. Art therapy for addiction treatment is often combined with the 12-step program. These two complement each other and allow you to heal in different ways while you are in recovery. What Is Art

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What Is Behavioral Therapy?

Behavioral therapy involves a broad range of therapeutic techniques used to change maladaptive behaviors and promote growth. Behavioral therapy encourages the client to develop healthier, more effective patterns of behavior. The goal of behavior therapy is to help a person align their behavior with their goals and eliminate unwanted behaviors. Behavioral therapy is rooted in

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Struggling with Addiction During the Holidays

The desire to be sober for the holidays will not prevent a person in active addiction from seeking refuge in drugs or alcohol. Once a person develops physical or psychological dependence, an extended period of sobriety is required before the brain starts releasing feel-good chemicals in response to feel-good situations.  Active addiction prevents people from

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Common Types of Anxiety Disorders

Every person on the planet gets anxious sometimes. From an evolutionary perspective, a certain amount of anxiety helps keep us alive. However, excessive, persistent, irrational nervousness about everyday situations is a dominant force in nearly every aspect of their lives for people with anxiety disorders. Types of anxiety disorders include the following: Generalized anxiety disorder

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