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This shows how NV-5138 affects dendrites

New drug mimics benefits of ketamine for depression

Neuroscience NewsApril 17, 2019

NV-5138, a small molecule drug that mimics the action of ketamine, provides fast-acting antidepressant responses in rodent models of depression. The drug is currently undergoing Phase 1 testing in humans.... Read More...

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Ketamine reverses neural changes underlying depression-related behaviors: Mouse study

Neuroscience NewsApril 11, 2019

The formation of prefrontal cortex dendritic spine formation sustains the remission of depressive related symptoms and behaviors following ketamine treatment by restoring lost spines. ... Read More...

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This is the chemical structure of ketamine

Researchers Discover How a Critical Receptor is Involved in the Response to Fast-Acting Antidepressants Like Ketamine

Neuroscience NewsMarch 30, 2019

The mGlu2 receptor plays a critical role in the effectiveness of ketamine for treating depression. ... Read More...

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Ketamine and Naltrexone Combo Shows Promise for Depression and Addiction Treatments

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 10, 2019

A new study reveals the combination of ketamine with naltrexone can help treat symptoms of both depression and addiction.... Read More...

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Are Near Death Experiences Hallucinations?

Neuroscience NewsDecember 18, 2018

Researchers consider the neurobiology of near death experiences.... Read More...

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New Insights Into Loss of Pleasure in Depression

Neuroscience NewsDecember 4, 2018

A new study reveals a brain region that contributes to anhedonia, the loss of pleasure, in those with depression. The study also shows how ketamine acts on this brain region, explaining why the drug appears to be so effective at treating anhedonia.... Read More...

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Ketamine’s Antidepressant Effects Tied to Opioid System in the Brain

Neuroscience NewsAugust 29, 2018

Researchers report ketamine's antidepressive effects require activation of opioid receptors in the brain. The study highlights the interaction between depression, pain and opioid addiction. ... Read More...

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Ketamine Acts Fast to Treat Depression and Its Effects Last, But How?

Neuroscience NewsJune 22, 2018

Researchers explore the mechanisms behind ketamine's effectiveness at treating depression. The study reports the long lasting effects of ketamine may be due to G proteins timing in moving back to lipid rafts.... Read More...

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image shows neurons under psychedelics and ketamine

Ketamine and Psychedelic Drugs Change Structure of Neurons

Neuroscience NewsJune 12, 2018

A new study reveals psychedelics increase dendrites, dendritic spines and synapses, while ketamine may promote neuroplasticity. The findings could help develop new treatments for anxiety, depression and other related disorders.... Read More...

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Fast Acting Benefits of Ketamine for Depression and Suicidality

Neuroscience NewsApril 16, 2018

A new study backs up previous findings that nasally administered ketamine can provide rapid treatment for depression and suicidal thoughts. ... Read More...

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