What are the benefits of ketamine?

Promising research indicates that ketamine can be effective in treating certain psychiatric conditions such as depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), suicidal ideation, and substance use disorder. Ketamine enables the brain to create new pathways through a process called neuroplasticity. These new pathways can help with learning, memory, and mood. When used by itself, ketamine can have some short-term benefits, but combining it with specialized therapy can lead to more lasting results.