Author name: Dr. David Cundiff, M.D.

There are many common myths about drug and alcohol treatment. Many times, men and women tell themselves treatment is not necessary, or that it cannot work for you. You may think you cannot get away from day-to-day life long enough to get help. Then, there are many myths present related to the actual process. At […]

Are you battling a substance use disorder? Do you feel as though you have developed depression from using drugs or alcohol? If so, you may not be alone. Many people wonder about the connection between substance use and depression. At Crestview Recovery, we provide comprehensive drug and alcohol treatment to our clients. This also includes

One of the things that you will learn about in drug and alcohol treatment is the importance of prioritizing your recovery goals. That means you need to put yourself and your goals ahead of all of the other things in your life that seem important. By doing so, you can be a better friend, family

Most people experience both good times and bad times throughout their lives. You will feel happy and sad at different times in your life. Yet, unhealthy thinking occurs when you may not have a reason for being sad, or you may be having negative thoughts a lot of the time. Recognizing the signs of unhealthy

Alcohol can seem like an innocent, simple type of way to relax after a long day at work. It may seem like the type of drink you can have without worrying about its impact. Yet, drinking too much or too often can lead to alcohol use disorder or alcoholism. Therefore, the biological effects of alcoholism

Relapse is an ongoing threat to anyone who suffers from drug or alcohol addiction. Even if you are in long-term recovery where you are working to rebuild your life and health, there may be instances where you feel at risk. You may think about drugs or may have a hard time managing your stress. These

Do you drink because of depression or past trauma? Perhaps you feel depressed and anxious all of the time, even though you are using substances. Dual diagnosis in drug rehab is one of the most important tools you have in getting sober and gaining mental health stability. Many men and women who have an addiction

When you have an addiction and your family is impacted, you may feel overwhelmed and frustrated at the same time. Since addiction is your problem and is hurting you, you may not understand how it is hurting and limiting your family. For most people with addiction, there is no intention of hurting anyone else. Yet,

Working to improve yourself is the goal of any drug and alcohol treatment program. While this may focus on things like eliminating your dependence and improving your mental health, it is also important to focus on your physical health. Getting adequate exercise in holistic drug rehab therapy is one of the best ways to give yourself

Addiction is a complex disease. It impacts every part of your life. As you work on getting the help you need in treatment, you may start to move back into your daily life with a fresh new look. Yet, there will be intense, stressful times. Balancing work stress and recovery, for example, can seem challenging.