Who Is Right for Ketamine Infusion Treatment?

Ketamine infusion is a relatively new discovery in mental health treatment. Thus far, the results have been promising.

It helps many with depression, a mood disorder or another form of mental health condition find symptom relief. By understanding more about ketamine infusion, you can determine whether or not seeking treatment is right for you. 

When to consider ketamine infusion treatment

For decades, ketamine was used predominately for anesthesia and pain relief purposes. Recently though, more mental health professionals are utilizing ketamine infusions to treat patients.

The following are four times when ketamine infusion might be an effective form of treatment for mental health. 

Severe depression

Perhaps the most promising discovery with ketamine infusion is that it sometimes helps patients with severe depression. Other forms of severe depression treatment include cognitive behavioral therapy and antidepressant medication. Unfortunately, these two forms of treatment are not always effective. Patients who do not find relief may start to feel hopeless.

However, ketamine targets the neurotransmitters in the brain differently. Ketamine infusion treatment often helps with severe depression in instances where other treatment options do not. 

Suicidal thoughts

No one should have to feel as if they do not want to live. Patients with suicidal thoughts can often benefit from ketamine infusion treatment. After a thorough psychiatric evaluation, which is not as nearly as intimidating as it might sound, mental health professionals can recommend effective treatment options for patients with suicidal ideation. Although some prefer to try antidepressants first, ketamine infusion is often very effective.

One of the main reasons ketamine infusion is successful is because it works much more quickly than antidepressants. Patients with temporary suicidal thoughts often see immediate relief. 

Mood disorders

Other mood disorders and mental health conditions, such as bipolar disorder, can often be treated through ketamine infusion. Most studies conducted on ketamine infusion deal with their ability to treat depression and depression-like symptoms. However, it also works for a much larger variety of complications.

Anyone who struggles with sudden, uncontrollable mood swings or other concerning symptoms should consider visiting a mental health professional for an evaluation and treatment recommendation. 

If antidepressants fail

Ketamine infusion treatment is a relatively new development within the mental health profession. Thus, it may not be the first recommended treatment method for individuals with mild symptoms that have not yet tried antidepressants and other forms of treatment. Instead, ketamine is often more ideal for patients who have treatment-resistant depression. That means various forms of treatment, such as antidepressants and therapy, have previously been unsuccessful.

As mentioned, ketamine targets different neurotransmitters than most antidepressants. This is why it has the chance to work when other treatments fail. 

Talk to a mental health professional about treatment

If you are interested in learning more about ketamine infusion and feel you might be a good candidate for treatment, then reach out to us and allow us to guide you throughout the entire treatment process. We have a friendly staff of mental health professionals who are willing and able to answer any questions you may have about treatment.

Request an appointment here: https://futurepsychsolutions.com or call Future Psych Solutions at (803) 335-5232 for an appointment in our Columbia office.

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