Huberman Lab cover image

Ketamine: Benefits and Risks for Depression, PTSD & Neuroplasticity

Huberman Lab

00:00

Ketamine Dosage Regimens and Relief from Depression

Not all studies of using ketamine for depression have used the exact dosage regimen mentioned in the podcast./nDifferent studies have explored various dosage regimens./nKetamine provides immediate relief from depressive symptoms./nStacking ketamine treatments closely together can provide ongoing relief from depression./nKetamine likely acts through multiple mechanisms to provide relief from depression./nOne mechanism induces quick relief and is associated with a euphoric state./nAnother mechanism provides relief in the days and weeks after treatment./nA third mechanism induces long-lasting changes in the nervous system./nThese mechanisms create changes in neurochemistry and neural circuit wiring that alleviate depression./nUnderstanding ketamine's mechanisms can lead to insight about depression and neuroplasticity.

Transcript
Play full episode

Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts

Save insights instantly, chat with episodes, and build lasting knowledge - all powered by AI.
App store bannerPlay store banner
 Get the app