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The Delicate Balance of Ketamine Therapy: A Cautionary Tale

The Delicate Balance of Ketamine Therapy: A Cautionary Tale

Explore the nuanced world of ketamine therapy highlighting its potential for both healing and harm. Delve into insights from the tragic case of Matthew Perry and understand the crucial balance between beneficial use and dangerous misuse of ketamine.

Applying Maslow's Hierarchy to Ketamine Treatments

Applying Maslow's Hierarchy to Ketamine Treatments

In the 1930’s, psychologist Dr. Abraham Maslow began studying human beings who were living their full potential. Previously, the primary focus for psychologists and psychiatrists was looking at those who suffered from depression, anxiety, and other mental illnesses.

Dr. Maslow’s approach was radically different in that he was looking at the positive qualities of psychology, and this later came to be known as positive psychology. He wondered what made some people live exceptional lives? Furthermore, what were the traits of those people who seemed content with their lives?

The Importance Of Psychedelic Experiences During Ketamine Infusions

The Importance Of Psychedelic Experiences During Ketamine Infusions

Why Do Some Doctors Minimize The Psychedelic Effects Of Ketamine?

One of the interesting things about ketamine is how differently each ketamine clinic provides their treatments. There are some doctors who believe that having dissociation effects are detrimental or they don’t know how to handle or address them. Accordingly, they will pre-treat the patient with benzodiazepines such as midazolam (Versed) or lorazepam (Ativan) to help prevent the psychotropic effects. Sometimes using benzodiazepines during or after the ketamine treatment is appropriate, especially if that patient has severe anxiety or panicky feelings. However, we believe that a ketamine induced non-ordinary state of consciousness can potentially be incredibly powerful and therapeutic.

The Four Types of Experiences You May Have With Ketamine [2020 Update]

The Four Types of Experiences You May Have With Ketamine [2020 Update]

Scouring the internet you may find yourself looking to answer your burning question...What will it be like during my ketamine infusion? What will my reaction be? What will my experience be like?

Set and Setting During Ketamine Infusions

Set and Setting During Ketamine Infusions

There are two important factors to consider when undergoing your ketamine infusions. These are the patient’s mindset (set) and the environment (setting) where the infusion will occur.