Nick Allen, Author at Sunnyside
A Modern Approach to Alcohol Habit Change
Alcohol treatment options today are reactive, focused only on the highest acuity cases. At Sunnyside, we’re building a more modern way forward. We’re redefining the care landscape for Alcohol Use Disorder with a new protocol based in prevention, early detection, and intervention. It starts with a welcoming front door.
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 inkling they want to change their relationship with alcohol. An approach that meets individuals where they are, rather than assuming (or waiting for) rock bottom.
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 commonly labeled, is a binary condition — you have it or you don’t.
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 building an entirely new approach to alcohol health with a focus on proactive, preventive care, providing a much-needed alternative to the rigid, reactive care model that dominates today.
Mindful Drinking & Alcohol Moderation Company Sunnyside Launches Dry(ish) January Challenge Initiative, along with New iOS App and Member Community
SAN FRANCISCO, CA – In the lead up to New Years’ Resolution season for 2023, Sunnyside today launched its Dry(ish) January Challenge initiative, providing a flexible system for anyone considering a drinking reset to kick off 2023.
Cutback Coach is Now Sunnyside — Here’s Why
What a year it’s been! We’re so thankful you’re on the mindful drinking journey with us. As 2021 winds down and we look ahead to the new year, we’re feeling more optimistic than ever about our mission to help anyone who drinks get the most out of life — by being more mindful about their alcohol consumption.
About Sunnyside
Sunnyside is a comprehensive platform for building a healthier relationship with alcohol. We combine a behavior-change app, real human coaching, and Sunnyside Med — our Telehealth service where licensed providers can prescribe medication to help reduce alcohol cravings. Members using the Sunnyside app report an average 33% reduction in weekly alcohol consumption, and Sunnyside Med customers are reducing their drinking by nearly 50% on average — along with improved sleep, better mental clarity, and an overall improved sense of well-being.
What is Naltrexone? Naltrexone is a medication that works by blocking opioid receptors in the brain, which reduces the pleasurable effects of alcohol and helps decrease cravings. Originally approved by the FDA in 1994 for the treatment of alcohol dependence, Naltrexone has been shown in clinical studies to significantly reduce heavy drinking days and support long-term moderation. Sunnyside Med prescribes a compounded oral formulation containing Naltrexone as part of a comprehensive treatment plan that includes coaching, tracking, and ongoing medical support.
Sunnyside Med connects you with licensed medical providers who can prescribe compounded medication containing Naltrexone, an active ingredient that is FDA-approved to support alcohol moderation, through a private Telehealth process. Sunnyside Med is not a substitute for emergency services or inpatient treatment. If you are in crisis or experiencing severe withdrawal symptoms, please contact SAMHSA’s National Helpline at 1-800-662-4357 or call 911. We are proud partners of Moderation Management, a non-profit dedicated to reducing the harm caused by the misuse of alcohol.