In today's world, more and more people are dealing with mental disorders such as depression, anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Traditional treatments, which include drug therapy and psychotherapy, are often time-consuming and not always effective for all patients. However, new research reviewed in the journal's scientific review Frontiers in Psychology, open the prospect of using ketamine in combination with psychotherapy, which can significantly increase the effectiveness of treatment.

What is ketamine and how does it work?

Ketamine is a drug that was originally developed as an anesthetic. However, in the 21st century, scientists have drawn attention to its potential in the treatment of depression and other mental disorders. Ketamine acts on the glutamate receptors in the brain, which helps to change the neural connections and helps to quickly relieve the symptoms of depression. Unlike traditional anti-depressants, which can take weeks to start working, ketamine shows its effects within hours of administration.