Group therapy session guided by an addiction specialist

What is an Addiction Specialist and How Do They Help You?

Addiction, Addiction Therapy, Alcohol Addiction, Drug Addiction / Dave Cundiff, MD, MPH, FASAM

Over the years, you may have fallen into a steady pattern of addiction and drug use. Maybe you are not sure how to regain your long-lost sobriety. This problem is one that affects millions of people around the world and can be very tough to manage. Thankfully, an addiction specialist can help you out in [...]

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Teen showing early signs of alcohol addiction in therapy

Signs My Teen May Be Addicted to Alcohol

Addiction, Alcohol Addiction, Teen/Young Adult / Dave Cundiff, MD, MPH, FASAM

In the US today, the average age when teens try drugs or alcohol for the first time is between 11 and 13 years of age. If you suspect your teen is drinking, there are some clear signs of teen alcohol abuse that you can look for. Addiction causes behavioral and physical changes along with creating

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why going to rehab during the holidays helps

Why Go to Rehab During the Holidays?

Alcohol Addiction, Drug Addiction, Substance Use / Dave Cundiff, MD, MPH, FASAM

The holidays are often considered to be a joyous time. Family and friends get together and celebrate, enjoy each other's company, and create new memories. But for a person struggling with substance use disorder, holidays can be difficult–especially if the celebrations allow drinking. If destructive patterns of drug or alcohol use are preventing you from

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Individual and Therapist Discussing Common Pitfalls in Recovery

Common Pitfalls in Recovery and How to Avoid Them

Alcohol Addiction, Recovery, Relapse Prevention / Dave Cundiff, MD, MPH, FASAM

One of the things that you will learn in alcohol addiction rehab is that the road ahead of you is going to be complex, tough, and full of pitfalls. There will be obstacles to overcome, including high-stress situations, people who will not help you, and internal struggles. When you know what these common pitfalls in

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group therapy sessions discussing adhd medication

The Importance of Health Habits in Recovery

Addiction, Alcohol Addiction, Drug Addiction, Recovery / Dave Cundiff, MD, MPH, FASAM

Drug addiction recovery is a difficult process that requires you to focus heavily on yourself and change adverse behaviors into positive ones. As a result, you need to understand the healthy habits in recovery that are necessary for your overall treatment success. By fully understanding all of these care options, it is possible to become a

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Man talking with a therapist about difference between opioid and narcotics

The Connection Between OCD and Alcoholism

Addiction Therapy, Alcohol Addiction, Recovery / Dave Cundiff, MD, MPH, FASAM

When most people think of OCD or obsessive-compulsive disorder, they think of an excessively clean environment, someone who counts their steps, or people who can't stop washings their hands. While these can all be symptoms of OCD, the disorder is far more complicated than quirky behaviors. OCD is an anxiety disorder and many people who suffer

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A woman struggling with alcohol addiction

How Much Does Alcohol Rehab Cost?

Addiction Therapy, Alcohol Addiction, Paying for Rehab / Dave Cundiff, MD, MPH, FASAM

If you've realized that you or someone you love has a drinking problem, you may be afraid to move forward toward recovery for a variety of reasons. How much does alcohol rehab cost? How can you find alcohol addiction rehab that's affordable for you? Paying for Rehab It might seem overwhelming at first, but if you

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Individual learning what to expect in contingency management therapy

What Will I Learn in Contingency Management Therapy?

Addiction, Addiction Therapy, Alcohol Addiction, Drug Addiction, Mental Health, Opioid Addiction Rehab / Dave Cundiff, MD, MPH, FASAM

Addiction is a dangerous mental health disorder that affects more than 40 million men and women each year. There is no cure for addiction, However, there are several behavioral therapies that are proven to be effective in treating addiction and helping men and women live sober lives. Contingency management techniques use a rewards-based system to

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Therapist Taking Notes During a Session on Her Patient’s Experience with Codependency

The Dangers of Codependency

Addiction, Addiction Therapy, Alcohol Addiction, Drug Addiction, Substance Use / Dave Cundiff, MD, MPH, FASAM

A codependent relationship involves two people who rely on each other in unhealthy ways that limit the potential for growth in each individual. Codependency is often mistaken for love, acceptance, selflessness, and loyalty. However, it is born out of guilt, loneliness, fear, pain, and weakness. Getting a hotel room for an addicted individual because you

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family and friends gathered with a counselor to hold an alcohol intervention for a loved one

How to Hold an Alcohol Intervention

Alcohol Addiction, Rehabilitation, Substance Use / Dave Cundiff, MD, MPH, FASAM

Alcohol abuse and alcoholism is never an easy subject to discuss with a loved one who may struggle with these issues. It is tempting to directly confront a friend or family member that struggles with alcoholism, but that may backfire without a properly established alcohol addiction intervention. Movies and TV tend to dramatize interventions to

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