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447. Unlocking the Psychedelic Puzzle: Serotonin, Ketamine, and the Future of Mental Health with Dr. Dave Rabin, PhD

Commune with Jeff Krasno

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Ketamine: An Anesthetic and Antidepressant

This chapter discusses the history of ketamine as an anesthetic and its use as an antidepressant. It explores ketamine's unique ability to create dissociation, alleviate emotional and physical pain, and alter consciousness filters. The chapter also examines the mechanisms of ketamine in the brain, including its effects on neurogenesis and the mTOR pathway.

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