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What are the Treatment Options for Bipolar Disorder?

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

Bipolar disorder affects 46 million men and women globally and 2.8% of the population in the U.S. according to the National Alliance for Mental Health. It impacts their mood and can cause extreme highs (mania or hypomania) and lows (depression). There are several treatment options for bipolar disorder through an accredited treatment center in Portland. [...]

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How to Deal with Gaslighting and What are the Signs

Mental Health, Mental Health Treatment, Self-Help / Dr. David Cundiff, M.D.

Have you ever felt like you were constantly questioning your memory, your thoughts, or your sanity? Has someone in your life repeatedly denied things they said or did, making you feel like you're the one with the problem? If so, you might be dealing with gaslighting. Do you know how to deal with gaslighting? In

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Should I Start Taking Medication for Depression?

Depression, Medication-assisted therapy, Mental Health, Mental Health Treatment / Dr. David Cundiff, M.D.

Depression is a common mental health condition that affects millions of people worldwide, with a wide range of symptoms that can affect every aspect of a person's life. While there are various treatment options available for depression, including counseling and therapy, medication for depression is a widely used approach. But, is medication the right option

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7 Ways to Manage Your OCD

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

Obsessive-compulsive disorder, or OCD, is a mental health illness affecting millions of teens and adults yearly. There are healthy ways to manage OCD symptoms that you can do at home in addition to therapy and medication in cases of severe symptoms. OCD symptoms can range in severity from mild fear to uncontrollable thoughts and behaviors

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What is Dissociative Identity Disorder?

DID, Mental Health, Mental Health Treatment / Dr. David Cundiff, M.D.

What is dissociative identity disorder (DID)? It's a complex psychological disorder that is the result of severe early-age trauma or recurring emotional, physical, or sexual abuse. It affects 1% of the population, and symptoms can include loss of time, headaches, amnesia, and having an out-of-body experience. Episodes are triggered by a wide range of situations

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What are the Long-Term Effects of Anorexia?

Eating Disorders, Mental Health, Mental Health Treatment / Dr. David Cundiff, M.D.

Anorexia nervosa is a type of eating disorder that affects more than 10 million men and women each year. It causes individuals to have an unhealthy body image and always see themselves as overweight, even when they are starving themselves. The long-term effects of anorexia can produce serious physical and psychological complications and death if

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How to Deal with a Panic Attack

Anxiety, Mental Health, Mental Health Treatment / Dr. David Cundiff, M.D.

Anxiety is a common mental health disorder that affects millions of men and women each year. In fact, one in 10 of us struggles with panic attacks. Those who experience panic disorders may wonder how to deal with a panic attack without turning to drugs or alcohol for relief. In fact, enrolling in a panic

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3 Most Commonly Diagnosed Psychiatric Disorders

Anxiety, Depression, Mental Health, Mental Health Treatment, PTSD, Trauma / Dr. David Cundiff, M.D.

Psychiatric disorders affect millions of adults and children across the U.S. every year. While there are several effective treatment programs available, many people choose to suffer alone or don’t have close access to quality mental health care. Some of the most common psychiatric disorders that people struggle with are treatable through a combination of behavioral

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A teen is struggling with depression and drug abuse

Depression and Drug Abuse in Teens: What You Should Know

Addiction, Alcohol Addiction, Depression, Drug Addiction, Mental Health, Mental Health Treatment, Teen/Young Adult / Dr. David Cundiff, M.D.

Treating teen depression is essential for teens whose symptoms are impacting their development and education. The teenage years can be especially difficult for teens as they grow and experience new sensations and feelings. If they don’t understand their emotions or have difficulty fitting in with others, it can lead to depression, which can negatively impact

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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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