What You Should Know About Stopping Weed Use

Addiction Therapy, Drug Addiction, Withdrawal / Dave Cundiff, MD, MPH, FASAM

Marijuana is the most commonly used and abused the illicit drug in the United States. Although a fair number of states have decriminalized recreational marijuana use, marijuana possession is still technically illegal under federal law. Regardless of its legal or illegal status, nearly 70% of Americans have tried marijuana at least once in their lifetime. [...]

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What to Look for in an Opiate Detox Center

Addiction, Detox, Withdrawal / Dave Cundiff, MD, MPH, FASAM

Opiates are a form of synthetic or natural opioids derived from the poppy plant, Papaver somniferum. They are very beneficial in treating pain, suppressing coughs, and treating diarrhea. Opiates are safe to take when you follow your prescription and work with your doctor to manage your symptoms. Men and women with an opiate addiction will

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What is Post Acute Withdrawal Syndrome (PAWS)?

Addiction, Detox, Mental Health, Relapse Prevention, Withdrawal / Dave Cundiff, MD, MPH, FASAM

Addiction is a mental health disorder that can cause physical changes in your brain that become permanent with long-term use. What is post-acute withdrawal syndrome (PAWS)? For men and women who abuse drugs or alcohol for several years, they can continue to experience the psychological effects of withdrawals sporadically for months or years after detoxing.

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What Does Being Dope Sick Mean?

Detox, Drug Information, Withdrawal / Dave Cundiff, MD, MPH, FASAM

People often describe being dope sick as one of the most frightening and excruciatingly uncomfortable experiences anyone could endure. Dope sickness consists of a group of symptoms that occur when you stop taking your drug of choice. It's most often referring to withdrawal from opiates such as heroin, fentanyl, morphine, or prescription opioids. If your

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What to Expect During Substance Use Treatment in Portland, Oregon

Addiction Therapy, Addiction Treatment Programs, Withdrawal / Dave Cundiff, MD, MPH, FASAM

Portland continues to see climbing addiction rates that are higher than the national average. The last few years have left a lot of men and women struggling with depression and other mental health issues. Consequently, many have turned to drugs and alcohol in order to cope. They then end up with an addiction that requires

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What Drug Withdrawal Symptoms Are Like

Addiction, Detox, Withdrawal / Dave Cundiff, MD, MPH, FASAM

Many people who struggle with addiction want to stop using drugs. However, they’re afraid of the withdrawal symptoms. This is an understandable fear. Drug withdrawal symptoms can be agonizing. Every drug produces different withdrawal symptoms. Individuals also experience withdrawal differently. Understanding withdrawal is important if you’re trying to quit or helping a loved one through

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