The Science Behind the Wellness
Ketamine stimulates growth and regrowth of neurotransmitters in the brain, essentially rewriting the parts of the brain causing distress.
Depression is a leading cause of disability worldwide. In fact, more than 16 million suffer from depression in America alone. Sadly, statistics show one-third of those who try standard antidepressants do not respond to treatment and remain depressed.
EMOTIONAL REGULATION
Some researchers believe depression can occur when chronic stress causes certain neurons to die. The synapses (connections) between those neurons in the brain play a role in how we learn and respond to our environment so the cell death reduces the number of pathways the brain can use to respond to specific stimuli. This is one reason patients find themselves unable to break patterns of negative emotions or behavior.
Ketamine causes neurons to re-grow within hours, relieving depressive symptoms.
While standard antidepressants like Prozac, Zoloft, and Wellbutrin act on single monoamine neurotransmitters—dopamine, norepinephrine, or serotonin—Ketamine affects the brain in a completely different way. It acts on glutamate—the most prominent chemical messenger in a healthy brain. Glutamate affects the brain’s neuroplasticity and helps regulate emotions and cognitive thoughts.
Glutamate also strengthens and promotes new neural connections in the brain. By activating certain neurotransmitter receptors and pathways, which then trigger rapid growth of new neurological connections and enable the patient to create new, healthier responses.
WHAT IS NEUROPLASTICITY?
Animal studies reveal Ketamine disconnects many synapses within minutes of administration, and the affected neurons create new synapses over a period of hours or days. In effect, repeated administration of Ketamine therapy virtually sweeps out your old ways of thinking and replaces them with new ones. This is neuroplasticity.
Neuroplasticity is the ability of the brain to change its activity in response to intrinsic or extrinsic stimuli by reorganizing its structure, functions, or connections. It occurs when we learn, experience, and create memories, or as a result of damage to the brain.
THIS IS YOUR BRAIN ON KETAMINE
Most patients at reKonnect Wellness clinic for depression have tried standard treatments with no relief from their debilitating symptoms. Typical treatments include standard antidepressants, talk therapy, transcranial magnetic stimulation, and electroshock therapy. Many see Ketamine therapy as their last opportunity to find relief.
The reKonnect professionals have found more than 70 percent of patients who undergo Ketamine therapy find real, lasting relief from their symptoms. They are able to experience happiness again because the burdens they carry have become lighter and more manageable.
If you or someone you love is suffering from depression, they may be able to help. Staff have convenient appointments available six days a week to get you started on your Ketamine journey quickly. Scan the code for more information or to schedule a free consultation.