Individual showing signs of alcohol-related dementia

What Is Alcohol Dementia and What You Need to Know

Addiction, Alcohol Addiction, Detox, Mental Health, Recovery, Substance Use / Dr. David Cundiff, M.D.

According to research by The National Center for Biotechnology Information, 95% of people who frequently drink alcohol are at risk of alcohol dementia. Lots of people globally are battling alcohol addiction either in their homes, colleges, or workplace and are in need of an alcohol addiction rehab center. What Is Alcohol Dementia? This is a condition [...]

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Young Man Struggling with Black Tar Heroin Abuse

What is Black Tar Heroin?

Addiction, Drug Addiction, Drug Information, heroin addiction / Dr. David Cundiff, M.D.

Heroin is an incredibly addictive and dangerous drug. It comes in many varieties that people around the world use. One of the most worrying types of heroin is black tar heroin. Take a closer look at black tar heroin, why it’s so dangerous, its effects and how you can break free from a heroin addiction.

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Mental Health Disorders and Addiction

Addiction, Dual Diagnosis, Mental Health / Dr. David Cundiff, M.D.

Mental health concerns are common among people suffering from drug abuse and addiction. The tie between mental illness and addiction is so strong that substance use can actually lead to mental health conditions. In fact, the reverse is also true. Mental illness can lead to substance use, as individuals unknowingly self-medicate through drugs or alcohol.

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Two Women Discussing Co-Occurring Issues

Common Co-Occurring Issues Faced by Women

Addiction, Dual Diagnosis, Mental Health, Recovery / Dr. David Cundiff, M.D.

At Crestview Recovery in Oregon, we offer dual diagnosis treatment and a gender-specific women's rehab center so that women can address co-occurring issues in a safe space. We offer a women-only program because many women feel safer in groups of other women. Contact Crestview Recovery in Portland to learn more about drug addiction treatment for

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A glass of purple drank that hints at the effects of purple drank

What Are the Effects of Purple Drank?

Addiction, Addiction Therapy, Controlled Substances, Drug Information, Prescription Drugs, Substance Use, Teen/Young Adult / Dr. David Cundiff, M.D.

Purple drank, also known as "lean," is both an addictive and harmful drug cocktail. It can lead to long-term dependency, dangerous behavioral changes, and significant side effects. While purple drank is commonly consumed in social settings, it is important to understand the main purple drank effects. Unlike other highly addictive and illegal drug habits, purple

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Man sitting on a bench reflecting on psychological disorders

Common Psychological Disorders

Addiction, Mental Health, Mental Health Treatment, therapy / Dr. David Cundiff, M.D.

People often turn to drugs and alcohol for relief of the symptoms of mental health concerns. For this reason, psychological disorders are major risk factors for developing an addiction. When you come to treatment at Crestview Recovery, you're going to be in the hands of a staff that can help through dual diagnosis treatment. We'll diagnose

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Two people discussing the costs for addiction treatment

What are the Costs Associated with Addiction Treatment?

Addiction, Addiction Resources, Addiction Therapy, Addiction Treatment Programs, Recovery / Dr. David Cundiff, M.D.

Can you put a price tag on health and recovery from drug abuse? Yes, in fact, you can. How much does rehab cost? More importantly, how can you pay for it? Do you need to know more about paying for addiction treatment? Call us today at 866.262.0531 for more information. What Goes into the Cost

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Marijuana Withdrawal Timeline

Addiction, Addiction Therapy, Detox, Drug Information / Dr. David Cundiff, M.D.

Many people think of marijuana or weed as a harmless drug. After all, states around the country are starting to make the drug legal for both medical and recreation purposes. In only a few years, marijuana went from being legal nowhere to nearly half the states in the country. As it becomes legal in more

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Proper Money Management in Recovery

Addiction, Recovery, Relapse Prevention, Sober Living / Dr. David Cundiff, M.D.

If you are recovering from alcohol or substance use, you are recovering from an excessive lifestyle. You used substances or alcohol excessively. Money is usually an important factor in how excessive your use was. As a result, money management is a key part of your recovery treatment program. However, like most areas of your treatment

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Group session on the timeline of Vicodin withdrawal symptoms

Vicodin Withdrawal Timeline

Addiction, Detox, Drug Information, Prescription Drugs / Dr. David Cundiff, M.D.

When people begin recovery for any drug, they first have to undergo withdrawal. With each drug, there's a different timeline, or length of time, that it takes for withdrawal symptoms to subside. It's important to note that Vicodin is one of the most abused prescription drugs on the market. Because of that, it's essential for

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