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 […]
Are My Gut Microbes and Anxiety Connected?
A New Discovery Changes What We Know About Gut Microbes and Anxiety Anxiety affects millions of people. It causes worry, stress, and even physical symptoms like nausea and a racing heart. For years, doctors and scientists have focused on the brain when treating anxiety, but new research suggests the gut may play a major role. […]
The FDA Approves First Ketamine-Based Depression Treatment
January 21, 2025, marked a groundbreaking moment in mental health care. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced its approval of SPRAVATO®, a nasal spray derived from ketamine, as the first and only standalone treatment for adults with treatment-resistant depression (TRD). This decision is a monumental shift in the world of mental health treatment, […]