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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Your Complete Checklist for What to Bring to Rehab

Recovery, Rehabilitation / Dave Cundiff, MD, MPH, FASAM

Going to rehab isn't something that people do regularly. Those who have never been typically don't know what to bring to rehab. In fact, it's a challenge to figure out what people can bring because rehab centers have strict policies. Do you need to go to the drug and alcohol rehab Center at Crestview Recovery?

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The Dangers of Popping Pill and Prescription Drug Abuse

Addiction, Addiction Treatment Programs, Drug Addiction, Prescription Drugs, Rehabilitation / Dave Cundiff, MD, MPH, FASAM

A shocking 20% of Americans admit to pill-popping prescription drug abuse or using prescription drugs for purposes other than those for which the drugs were prescribed. Pill popping can cause addiction to set in quickly. If you or a loved one are in need of prescription drug addiction rehab in Portland, Oregon, Crestview Recovery is here

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Addiction Support Groups for Men

Addiction Therapy, Men's Rehab Program, Rehabilitation / Dave Cundiff, MD, MPH, FASAM

Many people who turn to drug and alcohol abuse feel alone and abandoned. They often believe no one else understands what they're going through. In rehab, they find out how untrue this is. They meet peers who have experienced the same struggles, doubts, and problems due to substance dependency. Addiction support groups for men —

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What Is Integrative Therapy?

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

Integrative therapy, also known as mind-body therapy, is a progressive form of psychotherapy that combines an array of therapeutic tools and approaches to fit the needs of each client. This forward-thinking approach to healing and easing strife seeks to promote inner resilience and personal balance. In fact, integrative therapy has been shown to be effective

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Substance Use Group Topics

Recovery, Rehabilitation, therapy / Dave Cundiff, MD, MPH, FASAM

Rehab provides you the opportunity to attend therapy groups. It’s an invaluable opportunity. However, are you curious to know what goes on in group therapy? For example, what are some substance use group topics or recovery group topics you might discuss at a substance use treatment center? Process Group Topics and Themed Groups in Rehab

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Hypnosis for Addictions

Addiction, Holistic Treatment, Rehabilitation / Dave Cundiff, MD, MPH, FASAM

People can take many different approaches to overcome addiction. However, there is no form of treatment that is a one-size-fits-all proposition. In other words, there's no one therapy that is appropriate for everyone. While there are many fine traditional options available, holistic treatment methods can work better for some people. One example is a hypnotherapy

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Advantages of Seeking Rehab in Portland

Addiction, Addiction Treatment Programs, Recovery, Rehabilitation / Dave Cundiff, MD, MPH, FASAM

Thousands of people need help for drug or alcohol addiction in the Pacific NW. While there aren’t many Portland rehab centers for addiction treatment, Crestview Recovery offers a great setting for recovery. If you or a loved one is fighting substance addiction, consider seeking help from our Portland addiction facility. Addiction is a complex disease

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Why You Should Start Your Addiction Treatment at Crestview Recovery in Portland

Addiction, Addiction Treatment Programs, Rehabilitation / Dave Cundiff, MD, MPH, FASAM

Crestview Recovery in Portland, Oregon provides compassionate and effective recovery programs for men and women over 18 struggling with addiction or other mental health disorders. The number of mental health cases continues to rise in the Pacific Northwest. Portland in particular is seeing an above-average number of mental health cases. To combat this troubling development,

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Finding a Drug Rehab Center in Portland

Addiction, Addiction Treatment Programs, Rehabilitation / Dave Cundiff, MD, MPH, FASAM

Drug addiction rates continue to climb. In fact, Oregon ranks higher than the national average for the total number of addiction cases. Fortunately, a drug rehab center in Portland gives men and women a chance to stop abusing drugs or alcohol and be healthy and productive. Behavioral therapists work with clients one-on-one and in group

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