On today's episode of Hybrid Healing Hour, we are talking with Dr. Michelle Weiner, DO. Dr. Weiner is a board-certified pain medicine specialist and one of the leading experts on the use of ketamine for treatment-resistant depression and anxiety. Ketamine has been rapidly gaining popularity, but there is still a considerable amount of controversy over its usage. Ketamine is an unusual type of psychedelic drug — called a dissociative — that has surged in popularity. It reliably produces pain control, forgetfulness, intoxication, disassociation, and euphoria, effects that underlie its medical and recreational uses. Traditionally, the treatment for depression and anxiety has been dominated by pharmaceutical medications such as SSRIs, SNRIs, and benzodiazepines, along with cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). However, a significant portion of individuals either do not respond to these treatments or experience undesirable side effects, necessitating the use of alternative therapeutic approaches. Ketamine, initially known for its anesthetic properties, has emerged as a promising candidate in treating mood disorders. Unlike traditional antidepressants that modulate neurotransmitters like serotonin and norepinephrine, Ketamine acts on the NMDA receptors, inducing a glutamate surge which in turn fosters the growth of new neural connections. This unique mechanism potentially offers a rapid alleviation of depressive and anxiety symptoms, often within hours of administration. Relief from treatment-resistant depression with ketamine happens rapidly: instead of waiting for an antidepressant medicine to hopefully provide some relief over the course of weeks, people who are suffering under the crushing weight of depression can start to feel the benefits of ketamine within about 40 minutes.
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Dr. Weiner’s Website: https://www.drmichelleweiner.com/
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Neuro Pain Health
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