Is “serotonin imbalance” really an urban legend? The real story about SSRIs and depression
A viral paper has shown that depression is not the result of low serotonin. But is it really news? And what does this tell us about SSRIs?
A viral paper has shown that depression is not the result of low serotonin. But is it really news? And what does this tell us about SSRIs?
From the shell-shocked veterans of World War I to tales of battle dating back to ancient Greece, human beings have always struggled to heal from traumatic events. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) was once known as a soldier’s condition, and combat veterans have played a major role in pioneering awareness of its devastating effects. However, we …
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For those of us who struggle with substance abuse, becoming sober is a huge milestone—but staying there safely is often where the battle really begins. Choosing recovery brings a unique set of challenges, especially when it comes to withdrawal and the risk of relapse. Although physical effects can fade within a few weeks, other withdrawal …
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Each year, nearly 500,000 Americans are diagnosed with Lyme disease–and this number continues to climb. While some patients experience a full recovery after treatment, many have found that complications of Lyme persist long after the initial diagnosis.
If you are a patient seeking support, see our Facilitated Treatment Support program. In recent years, psychologists have noticed a surprising trend in people recovering from hardship: they call it fear of happiness. As the conversation surrounding mental health continues to progress, more and more people are discovering that sometimes, we become so used to …
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Message from the CEO The treatment model at Ketamine Wellness Centers can be viewed as a three-legged stool: ketamine and other contemporary medicine, mental wellness care, and the maintaining of a healthy lifestyle. With the strengthening of these pillars in mind, I am happy to announce that beginning in May, NAD+ therapy will be available …
Antidepressants like Zoloft are among the first treatments given to patients struggling with depression, but SSRIs may not be as effective as once thought. The need for new solutions is clear—and ketamine could hold answers.
Message from the CEO Ketamine Wellness Centers Reno is officially open! Our first patient was successfully treated on Monday, March 7th, and we are excited to hear she did well and is getting great results. We have a number of other leases currently under review in other states, however, we have paused momentarily to assess possible acquisitions versus …
This letter is dedicated to honoring all of the significant others who have been a part of the Ketamine Wellness Center’s community.
Including revealing yet more failings in current care and services A February 2022 article in Medpage Today covered the startling impact on mental health conditions resulting from the COVID epidemic. A study in the British Medical Journal has found mental health-related drug prescriptions are up by a shocking 86%. Of those who overcame COVID-19 infection …
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