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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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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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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Reasons Why Mental Health Care is Important

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

Why is mental health care important? In Oregon, the current number of mental health cases is above the national average, with more than 34% of residents claiming they suffer from some form of mental health disorder.1 Depression and anxiety are two of the most common types of disorders people struggle with and can lead to

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Equine Therapy and the Benefits To Addiction Recovery

Addiction, Addiction Therapy, Dual Diagnosis, Holistic Treatment, Mental Health, Rehabilitation / Dr. David Cundiff, M.D.

*This content is for informational purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for professional advice or services. Please note that Crestview Recovery does not offer equine therapy as part of our treatment programs.* Come to an excellent holistic rehab in Portland, OR where you can dedicate your time to getting well and putting

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Therapist Helping a Child of an Alcoholic

The Effect of Alcohol Abuse on Children of Alcoholics

Alcohol Addiction, Drug Information, Mental Health, Recovery / Dr. David Cundiff, M.D.

Alcohol abuse is a serious issue affecting thousands of people in the Pacific Northwest. At Crestview Recovery, we offer both women’s and men’s alcohol rehab so people get the help they need. Yet even while parents are seeking recovery, their children may continue to suffer. Close to 1-in-5 adults today grew up with alcoholic parents. Many

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Ambien Withdrawal Symptoms

Addiction, Drug Addiction, Drug Information, Mental Health, Substance Use / Dr. David Cundiff, M.D.

Over the past couple of decades, prescription medications have grown quite a reputation for their tendency to be addictive. As with addictions to alcohol, smoking or other drugs, nobody intends to develop an addiction to them; unlike these things, prescriptions are usually forced by a circumstance that renders not taking the medication a worse situation

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How Long Do Adderall Withdrawal Symptoms Last?

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

One of the main reasons why people don't seek rehab for Adderall addiction is because they're afraid of withdrawal. Fearing withdrawal is normal because of the discomfort that it causes. However, people can take comfort in the fact that withdrawal doesn't last forever. If that's the case, how long do Adderall withdrawal symptoms last? And

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Hiking Therapy at Crestview Recovery

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

Hiking in nature is a very therapeutic activity that relieves stress and increases happiness. Also, it's a great form of exercise. Addiction centers are beginning to offer more holistic treatment options for mental health therapy. Options can include art or music therapy, animal therapy, and hiking therapy for addiction recovery. Exercise causes the release of

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