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A psychiatrist will often prescribe an antidepressant to a patient who has depression. However, antidepressants take a while to work, and sometimes this can be months. Ketamine therapy involves a low dose of the medication ketamine, which has been approved by the Food and Drug Association as an anesthetic. One benefit of ketamine therapy when…

Depression affects millions of people all over the world. A psychiatrist often recommends antidepressants, talk therapy, and other treatment methods to treat it. However, not everyone responds to traditional treatments, and those people have what is referred to as treatment resistant depression. The good news is that ketamine therapy has shown promise for those with…

Depression is a common mental health disorder, and millions of people have it. It can range from mild to severe, and a psychiatrist may recommend ketamine therapy as part of treatment. Antidepressants are often prescribed along with therapy, but not all treatment is effective. Ketamine has been shown to quickly reduce depression symptoms, especially in…

Taking care of your mental health is important, especially in today's fast-paced world. Adult psychiatry plays a crucial role in addressing and treating mental health conditions that affect people in their adult years. This branch of mental health treatment is dedicated to understanding, diagnosing, and providing comprehensive care for adults facing various mental health challenges.…

Sometimes, people living with depression find little to no relief from first-line mental health treatments like psychotherapy and medication. But there is hope. Ketamine infusion therapy is a developing treatment for chronic, severe depression. Long used in medical settings as an anesthetic, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved ketamine for treating clinical depression…

According to an article in The Journal of Clinical Psychiatry, nearly 3 million adults have treatment-resistant depression. Ask a psychiatrist, and they are likely to tell you that TRD is common due to unemployment rates and the high cost of living. For some, though, there is an answer. Some people who have TRD are turning…

Mood disorders can make everyday tasks hard. Depression, bipolar disorder, disruptive mood dysregulation disorder, and premenstrual dysphoric disorder affect patients of all ages, presenting different challenges at different stages of life. Fortunately, there is a way to manage the symptoms and lead a happier life. Here are five tips from a psychiatrist to help you…

Many people see a psychiatrist for depression, but talk therapy and traditional antidepressants do not always work on their own. Some people have what is known as treatment-resistant depression. These people often need stronger medication to help ease the symptoms of depression. For this reason, many psychiatric professionals are turning to esketamine therapy.Many times, a…

Many people suffering from chronic depression are finally finding relief thanks to a promising new treatment called ketamine therapy. Not only does this treatment often come without some of the troubling side effects of traditional antidepressants, but also it is proving effective against one of the most difficult mental health conditions, treatment-resistant depression.So, what is…

In cases where other treatment options are not working or faster relief from depression is needed, a psychiatrist may recommend that a patient try ketamine therapy. When used under the proper, medically supervised conditions this treatment option can bring about long-lasting positive results.Initially developed in the 60s, ketamine was not originally intended to treat depression.…

Depression is a common, but serious, condition. A psychiatrist can diagnose depression by conducting a mental health evaluation on a patient, and there are various treatment methods that he or she might recommend. Antidepressants are commonly prescribed, but they do not always result in the reduction of symptoms. As an alternative, a psychiatrist may prescribe…

For some people, treating depression can be a challenge, even with the help of a psychiatrist, therapy, and medication. Others may have serious depression that leads to suicidal thoughts and behaviors. Depression should never be ignored, and even the most serious cases can be treated with the right approach. Many mental health professionals are recommending…