[Solved] Why ketamine therapy is a bad idea - 5 reasons

Although ketamine therapy can be effective for some people (for example, for depression that does not respond to other treatments), there are also significant downsides and risks. Here are 5 reasons why ketamine therapy is not necessarily good for you:

1. Risk of addiction
   Ketamine is a dissociative anesthetic that is also used recreationally due to its dissociative effects. Psychological dependence can develop with regular use.

2. Cognitive side effects
   Prolonged or frequent use of ketamine can lead to memory problems, concentration problems, and other cognitive impairments, possibly permanent.

3. Physical damage
   Chronic use of ketamine is associated with damage to the bladder and kidneys (so-called ketamine cystitis), which can cause serious health problems.

4. Temporary effect
   The antidepressant effects of ketamine are often short-lived. Many people require repeated sessions, which increases costs and raises the risk of side effects and dependence.

5. Psychological dysregulation
   For people with certain mental conditions, such as a history of psychosis, ketamine can increase the risk of dissociation, confusion, or psychotic symptoms.

A psychedelic with fewer negative effects on the body is psilocybin. Psilocybin therapy has also proven to be more effective than ketamine therapy in the treatment of depression.