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·March 6, 2017·3 min read

Ketamine No “Wonder Drug” For Depression

Researchers report there is no added benefit in using ketamine over standard anesthetic when it comes to administering ECT to people with depression.

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·March 2, 2017·4 min read

Ketamine Eases Severe Depression, But Questions of Dosage and Duration Remain

A new study reports research into the term of use of ketamine to treat depression is limited.

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·February 8, 2017·4 min read

Ketamine May Prevent PTSD Symptoms

A new study reports a single dose of ketamine given a week before a stressful even can act as a buffer against PTSD.

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·February 1, 2017·5 min read

Deep Brain Stimulation Blocks Heroin Relapse: Rat Study

According to researchers, deep brain stimulation reduces the desire to use heroin and rat models of addiction.

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·January 27, 2017·5 min read

Structure of LSD and Its Receptor Explains Its Potency

Researchers report the key why LSD hallucinations last so long is due to how it fits into serotonin receptors.

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·January 16, 2017·5 min read

Narcolepsy Drug Helps Improve Memory in People Recovering From Depression

A new study reports modafinil, a drug used to treat narcolepsy, can help improve memory in those recovering from depression.

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·December 30, 2016·6 min read

Researchers Urge Caution Around Psilocybin Use

While many people reported a 'bad trip' when taking psilocybin containing mushrooms, most report experiencing meaningful and worthwhile experiences while under the influence.

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·December 12, 2016·3 min read

Antidepressant Effects of Ketamine Can Be Separated From Potential Side Effects

Ketamine may improve brain functions involved in mood regulation, researchers report.

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·July 14, 2016·3 min read

Why Scientists are Calling for Experiments on Ecstasy

Researchers call for a rigorous scientific exploration of MDMA's effects to identify precisely how the drug works, the data from which could be used to develop therapeutic compounds.