Key takeaways Ketamine can be used off-label to treat obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) when standard treatments have not worked. Ketamine acts on the brain’s glutamate system rather than serotonin, which is why it can work quickly and why researchers began studying it for OCD. Two small randomized trials have found rapid
After a traumatic experience, it is common to feel anxious, on edge, upset, or preoccupied with what happened. For many people, these reactions gradually lessen. When symptoms persist, interfere with daily life, and make it difficult to feel safe or connected, they may point to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). So,
When antidepressants and traditional therapy have not provided enough relief, ketamine therapy and transcranial magnetic stimulation can open the door to different approaches. But ketamine vs TMS is not necessarily a question of which treatment is universally better. The two therapies work differently, involve very different treatment experiences, and may
Based on what we know today, there is no strong evidence showing that medically supervised ketamine permanently worsens ADHD. However, ketamine can temporarily affect attention, perception, concentration, and emotional state, which may make certain ADHD symptoms feel more noticeable during or shortly after treatment. At Pacific Mind Health, we look
IV ketamine therapy for depression typically costs around $400 to $800+ per infusion, meaning an initial six-session series may total roughly $2,400 to $4,800 or more. What you actually pay can vary based on the provider, treatment schedule, clinical monitoring, insurance coverage, and whether additional psychiatric services are part of
Key takeaways Overstimulation at work happens when sensory and cognitive input outpaces what the brain can comfortably process. Common signs include irritability, trouble concentrating, headaches, and an urge to leave the room. Open offices, notifications, and back-to-back meetings are frequent triggers. Overstimulation is not a diagnosis on its own, but
