KETAMINE: A Story that Changed Lives
Ketamine is one of the most widely used and safest anesthetics in the world according to the World Health Organization who list it as an essential medicine. Researchers at Yale have been studying low-dose ketamine since 2000 in controlled clinic settings for patients with severe depressions unresponsive to other antidepressants.
Farewell flip-flops, hello fall
And just like that, Fall is here. As we transition from long hot days to shorter cooler days, some people may find themselves feeling more anxious and depressed. Lower levels of serotonin from the reduction of exposure to sunlight can be one of the causes.
Demystifying Facilitated Treatment Support
Ketamine can provide rapid and remarkable benefits which can be sustained with periodic maintenance infusions plus a comprehensive treatment plan. That’s where Facilitated Treatment Support comes in. We talked with expert Health & Wellness Coordinator Kayla Camp to help demystify treatment support and answer real questions from real patients.
It’s Okay to Talk About Suicide
Suicide is a growing public health crisis with limited treatment options. Fewer than half of all patients feel any relief at all from typical first-line medications and, while there is an alarming increase in suicidality among young people, some studies show little benefit from first-line medications in adolescents. All first-line antidepressants carry a boxed warning of an actual increased risk of suicide.
Suicide Awareness and Prevention
Suicide and mental health awareness are discussed now more than ever, but the stigma is still deeply rooted within our society. Ending that stigma will take time but the first step is to talk openly about it. Whether you are suicidal or wondering if someone you love is suicidal, speak up, reach out, just ask!
What Can I do In Conjunction with Ketamine Therapy to Help Improve My Outcome?
Has your ketamine therapy left you with questions? Do you wonder what is next for you? Many questions can arise during the process of your stabilization ketamine infusions and beyond. Our expert Health and Wellness Coordinator is ready to work with you every step of the way!
Getting Better Sleep
Do you find yourself unable to sleep or waking up tired, frequently yawning, or with an overwhelming desire to nap. Here are some simple steps you can take to help you sleep better.
Living with OCD
Mental wellness is vital to living a healthy and balanced lifestyle. We’ve compiled a list of self-help tips to help manage OCD symptoms.
Podcast: There is a Harmful Interaction Between Ketamine & Antidepressants. Fact or Fiction?
Ketamine has a number of uses in medical, surgical, dental, and veterinary practice. So, is Ketamine used to sedate horses? And why is this such a common reference when people talk about Ketamine?
CEO Update- August 2021
Ketamine Wellness Centers is growing every day as we help even more patients in need! July saw us relocate our corporate headquarters to a new Mesa location creating much-needed space for our support teams as we extend care into more states.