Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation Presents Let's Talk Addiction and Recovery with William C. Moyers
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What to Make of Ketamine: Dangerous Drug or Miracle Medicine?
What to Make of Ketamine: Dangerous Drug or Miracle Medicine?
What to Make of Ketamine: Dangerous Drug or Miracle Medicine?
Wednesday 4th May 2022
Explore ketamine's dual role as a rapid depression treatment and potential addiction risk with Dr. Marvin Seppala and William C. Moyers.
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Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation Presents Let's Talk Addiction and Recovery with William C. Moyers
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Get the buttons here!Ketamine: Miracle Cure or Risky Gamble?
Is ketamine a wonder drug or a dangerous addiction risk? This episode of 'Let's Talk Addiction & Recovery' dives into the complex world of ketamine, a drug known for its rapid relief of severe depression but also for its addictive potential. Host William C. Moyers sits down with former Chief Medical Officer Marvin Seppala, MD, to explore the dual nature of this controversial treatment.
They discuss how ketamine works on multiple brain receptor sites, its hallucinogenic effects, and the fine line between therapeutic use and addiction risk. Whether you're curious about new treatments for depression or concerned about the implications for those in recovery, this conversation sheds light on the promises and perils of ketamine.