Individuals understanding the risks and side effects of Adderall

What Are the Side Effects of Adderall?

Addiction, Controlled Substances, Drug Addiction, Drug Information, Long-term Drug Effects, Prescription Drugs, Substance Use / Dave Cundiff, MD, MPH, FASAM

A lot of people take Adderall for attention deficit problems and related conditions. It can work very well to help children focus. Also, adults use it who have the same types of problems with their attention span. But the side effects of Adderall can be serious if individuals fail to take it properly. It's a [...]

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group therapy discussing opioid vs narcotics

Opioids vs. Narcotics: What Are the Differences

Controlled Substances, Drug Addiction, Drug Information / Dave Cundiff, MD, MPH, FASAM

If you or a loved one is dealing with a substance use disorder, it is important to use the correct language as often as possible. Word choice can sometimes determine whether a person is willing to attend substance use treatment. The word narcotics generally relates to any illegal drug; however, now that it is legal

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therapist discussing binge eating treatment

Is Vyvanse a Treatment for Binge Eating?

Controlled Substances, Drug Information, Eating Disorders, Mental Health / Dave Cundiff, MD, MPH, FASAM

Vyvanse and binge eating are two things that can go together. It is imperative that you speak with your doctor and Crestview Recovery counselor to explore if you are a candidate to use this drug. Binge eating disorder treatment is right here at Crestview Recovery. BED or Binge Eating Disorder is just one of the conditions we

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Hydrocodone vs Oxycodone

Addiction, Controlled Substances, Detox, Drug Addiction / Dave Cundiff, MD, MPH, FASAM

Opioids have taken center stage recently and two popular opioids are hydrocodone and oxycodone. When it comes to hydrocodone vs oxycodone, both are prescription painkillers, treat short-term pain caused by surgery and injury, treat chronic pain from arthritis or cancer, and are only available with a prescription from a doctor. Oxycodone and Hydrocodone are highly

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Person struggling with lean drink addiction

What Causes an Addiction to Lean Drink?

Controlled Substances, Drug Addiction, Drug Overdose / Dave Cundiff, MD, MPH, FASAM

When doctors prescribe medications, they tell their patients about potential side effects. These medications may contain powerful drugs designed to alleviate pain and other symptoms. What happens when people mix drugs at home? There are still effects, but users may be unaware of what they are. Knowing about lean drink side effects can alert you

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Etizolam vs. Xanax

Controlled Substances, Drug Addiction, Prescription Drugs / Dave Cundiff, MD, MPH, FASAM

Presently, anxiety disorder is one of the most widespread mental illnesses. In fact, the ADAA estimates that 18 percent of our population suffers from anxiety and needs anxiety treatment. Therefore, nearly 40 million Americans worry excessively about life stresses. Fortunately, several kinds of anxiety medications can be prescribed to improve well-being. For example, two such

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The Dangers of Illegal Vape Juices

Addiction, Controlled Substances, Drug Information / Dave Cundiff, MD, MPH, FASAM

Illegal vape juices are causing serious lung diseases. While the safety of vaping in general is still up for debate, the black market juices carry serious health risks. Many people use them to get high. If you are using drugs or illegal vapes, individual therapy can help you recover from your addiction. Vaping Sickness 530

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What is Rehab Like? Here’s What to Expect

Addiction Therapy, Controlled Substances, Mental Health, Recovery, Rehabilitation / Dave Cundiff, MD, MPH, FASAM

When you need addiction help, and you’re looking for the right place to get it, an Oregon men’s rehab center could be a perfect choice. If you’re not familiar with the rehab experience, though, you could be nervous about what you’ll go through while you are there. Fortunately, you can learn about what rehab will be like

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