"Further studies are warranted to understand ketamine’s full potential as a treatment for chronic PTSD."
Findings from a double-blind crossover study indicated that ketamine’s acute antidepressant effect involves the activation of the brain’s opioid system.
Ketamine has "shown promise" in the rapid treatment of major depression and suicidal thoughts.
Researchers found Ketamine quicker in reducing suicidal thoughts than antidepressants.