Author name: Dave Cundiff, MD, MPH, FASAM

Heroin abuse is a problem that plagues the nation. It is the most addictive illicit substance across the globe. Considering the heroin addiction rates in the U.S., there are some states with much higher rates of heroin abuse, compared to other states. There are five states that have the highest rates of heroin abuse across

If you’re working on your sobriety journey, you may find yourself feeling anxious at the thought of the holidays. It can be hard to break old habits, especially when family stress runs high. The key to staying sober Thanksgiving can be as simple as having a plan before someone offers you a drink. At Crestview

Are you wondering whether you have bulimia? Typing “Do I have bulimia?” into a search engine you’ll likely get a lot of different opinions. Ultimately, a diagnosis of bulimia nervosa needs to be given by a professional. If you feel as though you may have any type of eating disorder, contact us right away. For now, here

Fake marijuana. Synthetic cocaine. Synthetic opioid. It seems that just about any drug that comes from a natural source, people also create through chemistry. And the market embraces it. But what’s the real difference between synthetic opioids vs natural opioids? Are they equally addictive and dangerous? Could either one lead you down a path toward

The University of Michigan’s Monitoring the Future (MTF) report for 2018 found shocking prevalence of vaping among teens. As 2019 comes to an end, the magnitude of teen vaping has come into focus as the country looks at how to prevent this damaging behavior among adolescents. But while vaping has remained present in the social media news feeds all

When you hear the term “narcotics”, specific images come to mind. A drug bust. People producing drugs in a warehouse or selling on the street. Depending on the context, you may or may not believe that opiates fall into the same category. But answering: Are opiates narcotics?, helps us make sense of the opioid crisis,

Chances are you, or someone you love is currently battling addiction. In fact, in Oregon, addiction touches the lives of 2 out of 3 people, with either them or a family member suffering from addiction. Drug and alcohol abuse in Portland Oregon, is a big problem. However, there are rehab centers in Oregon that can help.  What Should You

Being a parent comes with a lot of responsibility, even when your child grows up. If you are a parent of an alcoholic, a great deal of energy and time are spent trying to help your child with alcoholism. Alcoholism can put loved ones at risk for emotional or physical trauma, making it important to

If you’re in recovery, you know that it can be hard to adapt to holidays that used to center around getting trashed. The good news: as you progress in your new, sober lifestyle, you and your family and friends will create new traditions. You’ll remember the memories you make together. If you’re ready to slide