The New Vocabulary of (Preventative) Alcohol Health
Closing the ten-year treatment gap requires a radical new approach that eliminates stigma and creates a welcoming, approachable front door for anyone who has the…
How Tracking Could Help You Cut Your Drinking In Half
For Ada, a full-time content creator, beauty expert, and mom who works from home, drinking didn’t look dramatic. It looked like the end of the…
Dry January, Week By Week: A More Flexible Way To Reset
Dry January tends to make more sense when viewed week by week, rather than as a zero-sum, pass/fail challenge. Because the real work isn’t really…
Rejecting The False Binary of Alcohol Use Disorder
For too long, a pervasive misconception has shaped the alcohol treatment landscape: the idea that Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD), or “alcoholism” as it’s still too…
Why Hangovers Don’t Stop You From Drinking (And What Does)
Why do so many people swear off drinking in the morning, only to find themselves drinking while hungover, or reaching for a drink days (or…
The 4-Pillar System That Could Change Your Relationship With Alcohol
For many, the word sobriety immediately brings to mind meetings, labels, and rules. Not so for psychotherapist and Sober Curiosity founder Jeanette Hu. For her,…
Why Constant Self-Improvement Can Quietly Wear You Down
Learning, improving, becoming more aware. Those instincts are usually praised—and for good reason. But there’s a version of self-improvement that doesn’t get talked about much.…
Why Drinking Less Feels Different For Parents Right Now
More parents are questioning a habit that once felt automatic: the unspoken belief that alcohol is the fastest way to turn off a tired brain.…
Without The Rebound: A More Supportive Way To Do Dry January
A Dryish January (or Dry January, or simply a more intentional month) doesn’t have to feel like punishment or recovery. It can feel clean, forward-looking,…
A Kinder, More Sustainable Approach to Dry January
If you’re thinking about Dry January — or if you’re already in it — it helps to know this upfront: nothing needs fixing.
How To Stop Stress Drinking: The ABC Method For Cravings
For a lot of people, stress drinking has very little to do with parties, celebrations, or even liking alcohol that much. It’s about relief. That's…
9 Things To Decide About Dry January (So It Actually Works)
If you've tried Dry January before, you know that habits don’t reset because a date changes. Here's what to think about beforehand so that the…
Naltrexone and Drinking Less: What A New National Geographic Feature Gets Right
A recent National Geographic feature by Caitlin Carlson takes a closer look at naltrexone, a well-studied medication that can help reduce alcohol cravings for people…
Claudia Christian on Naltrexone and the Limits of ‘Just Stop Drinking’
"Everybody deserves a chance to recover."
7 Subtle Ways That Drinking Changes As Life Changes
Here are a few ways it might show up.
Your Post-Thanksgiving Reset Starts Here
Tackle the holidays with ease.
Could a Daily Pill Help You Drink Less?
Naltrexone can be extremely useful as part of a moderation-focused approach, alongside tools that help you change the habits and routines surrounding alcohol. That combination…
10 Cognitive Distortions That Can Stall Mindful Drinking Progress
Shake off the replays and second-guessing.
How Men and Alcohol Get Tangled Up—And How to Overcome the “Strong” Myth
Understanding these patterns can help you change them.
4 Mindset Resets To Help You Win The Next 30 Minutes
You don't need to rewrite your whole month—just focus on the next 30 minutes.
Feeling Stuck? Zoom Out To See Your Real Progress
A wider perspective can give you valuable information.
Overwhelmed? How to Burn the Mental Clutter and Move On
Reset and reclaim your peace of mind.
The 10-Minute Mental Reset That Works
Yes, just 10 minutes.
This One Question Will Change the Way You Drink
It's essential to check in with yourself about how you feel—especially when a decision arises.
Best Naltrexone App: How Sunnyside Med Can Support Your Naltrexone Journey
Sunnyside's thoughtfully designed app isn't just a companion for your medication journey, it dramatically increases your odds of success in cutting back on your drinking…
Medication to Stop Drinking: How Oral Naltrexone Can Help
If you’re looking for a medication to stop drinking or drink less, naltrexone is one of the most well-studied options. This prescription medication reduces alcohol’s…
Introducing Sunnyside Med – The Next Evolution of Sunnyside
We're excited to announce the public launch of Sunnyside Med, pairing medication for alcohol reduction with our proven companion program for long-term behavior change. We’re…
The Naltrexone Interactions You Should Know About Before Starting Treatment
Arming yourself with this knowledge can help you get the most benefits.
What to Avoid When Taking Naltrexone
Fortunately, the list of things you need to avoid on naltrexone isn’t especially long. Opioids are the big one, and they require some planning both…
Naltrexone 50 mg: What to Know About the Standard Dose
If you've looked into naltrexone to help you drink less, you've probably seen 50 mg mentioned. That's because 50 mg is the standard oral dose…
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