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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5 Common Causes of Childhood Trauma

Anxiety, Depression, Mental Health, therapy / Dr. David Cundiff, M.D.

Childhood trauma can have lingering effects that are felt long into adulthood and seriously impact people’s mental health. It can cause depression and anxiety and negatively impact work and personal relationships. There are multiple causes of childhood trauma that can impact children now and in the future. Starting treatment for childhood trauma today is essential

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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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Woman who wants to know how to cope with loneliness

How to Cope with Loneliness in Mental Health Treatment

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

After you go through recovery, you may have to distance yourself from former friends who still use alcohol and drugs. Coping with loneliness could leave you feeling depressed. Addressing these feelings with positive changes can help you make new connections and avoid a relapse. At our mental health treatment center in Oregon, Crestview Recovery uses

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What Part of the Brain Does Schizophrenia Affect?

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

Schizophrenia is a profound and complex brain condition that affects how people relate to the world around them. Symptoms of schizophrenia include delusions, disorganized speech, hallucinations, trouble thinking, and extreme lack of motivation. This mental health condition affects the structure and functioning of a few essential systems in the brain. These include the prefrontal and

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Upset woman worried about overcoming labels in recovery

Overcoming Labels in Addiction Recovery

Addiction, Alcohol Addiction, Drug Addiction, Gambling Addiction, Mental Health, Recovery, Rehabilitation, Sex Addiction / Dr. David Cundiff, M.D.

When you are facing addiction, or you know someone who is, you often realize that there are a lot of labels that get placed on people who struggle with addiction. Fortunately, it is possible to overcome labels in recovery and the way they can make you feel. What you need is a beautiful place to

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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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What Skills Will I Learn in Anger Management Classes?

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

We all feel angry once in a while. It is a natural emotion that we feel from time to time in certain situations and it can help prepare our bodies for a stressful experience. In some men and women, it may feel like they are angry all the time and are unable to feel any

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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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