SPRAVATO, First New Depression Medication in 30 Years, Approved by FDA
In a historic 14-to-2 vote the FDA has approved Janssen Pharmaceuticals new medication, Spravato, for clinical depression.
Cooper Smith
Cooper Smith is a Digital Content Writer for Addiction Center. Cooper earned his Bachelor’s in Writing for Entertainment from Full Sail University, with the dream of writing for television. After graduation, he immediately began work with startups. Helping each one grow and filling all copy-based needs. It was this time, working on a range of different projects – from documentaries to promotions – that opened him up to a sense of community. He went from team to team, building up his network, reach, and reputation.
While initially interested in a career in television, because of the community Cooper grew into, he took a look at the world and those around him. This gave him the push he needed to realize that he needed to make a change. Now, he wants to use his knowledge to reach out to people who may need help and engage the public with issues we are facing as a society. When he isn’t behind a computer, Cooper travels somewhere new.
Posts by Cooper Smith
CDC Names the Deadliest Drugs in America
In the final month of 2018, the CDC has released a report of the drugs that have been involved in the most deaths from 2011 to 2016.
Lucemyra, A New Non-Opioid for Opioid Withdrawal
Back in May of 2018, the FDA approved Lucemyra, a new medication to treat the symptoms of opioid withdrawal. It is available as of August of 2018.
Epidiolex Becomes First FDA Approved Marijuana-Based Drug Available In The U.S.
In June, the FDA approved Epidiolex as the medication available in the United States which is made from cannabis. Learn why that's important.
Dsuvia: The New FDA-Approved Opioid 1,000 Times Stronger Than Morphine
Despite the ongoing opioid epidemic, the FDA has approved Dsuvia, a synthetic opioid that is 10 times more potent than fentanyl.
Video Game Addiction: What Are The Five Most Addictive Games?
While the potential downfall new technologies are often debated, video game addiction has been hooking children and adults for the past 20 years.
The Top 10 Signs of Porn Addiction
If you are worried that you or a loved one is addicted to pornography, it is important to know the top 10 signs of porn addiction.
Behavioral Addictions, What Are They and How Does One Develop?
Behavioral addictions or non-substance addictions, like gambling addiction, are a set of behaviors that a person becomes dependent on and craves.
Opioid Package Passed by Senate, 98-1 Bipartisan Vote
On October 3rd, 2018, the Senate passed an opioid package that contained several bills that have all faced contention in the past.