What “Response,” “Partial Response,” and “Remission” Mean in Ketamine Treatment
Many people starting ketamine treatment for depression hear words like “response” or “remission” early in the process, although the meaning behind these labels may not feel obvious. Clinicians rely on them because they turn symptom change into something measurable and comparable over time. That structure helps patients see patterns that might be harder to notice […]
How Clinicians Measure Progress During Ketamine Treatment
People often describe a ketamine day in simple terms: “I felt lighter,” or “I felt weird,” or “I did not feel much at all.” Clinicians listen to that, but they do not stop there. They look for patterns that repeat across sessions, especially during the first few weeks, because the real question is not whether […]
Is Ketamine Safe Long-Term? What Current Research Actually Says
People often consider ketamine therapy only after years of frustration. Traditional antidepressants help many, but for a large group, relief never really sticks. According to the NIMH, nearly three million Americans live with treatment-resistant depression, and relapse is common even when medications do help for a while. That is usually when someone begins wondering whether […]
Why Ketamine Is Becoming a Winter Depression Treatment Option
Winter often reshapes how people feel. Shorter days and shifting routines can unsettle the body’s internal clock, lowering serotonin and increasing melatonin, which makes motivation slip. Many people with depression notice a sharper seasonal drop, and traditional depression treatment often works too slowly to match that sudden shift. That’s when a faster option becomes meaningful. […]
Ketamine Treatment Could Provide Relief for Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar disorder is often misunderstood as a cycle of unpredictable mood swings. However, for many people living with the condition, depression, not mania, is the most persistent and debilitating symptom. These depressive episodes last for weeks or months, making it difficult to work, maintain relationships, or even care for basic needs. Even more troubling is […]
Ketamine: A Fast-Acting Breakthrough for Severe Depression
If you have ever struggled with depression or know someone who has, you probably understand how frustrating it can be to wait for treatment to work. Antidepressants are supposed to help. However, they take time, sometimes weeks or even months. And even when they work, it is not always for everyone. Many people try multiple […]