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Episode 101 - Ketamine: A Breakthrough Therapy or Band-Aid Solution?

22 min · 15 de may de 2026
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What is ketamine, and why is it becoming one of the most talked-about treatments in mental health today? In this episode of Physician Heal Thyself The Podcast, we explore the science, psychology, and controversy behind ketamine therapy. Learn how ketamine works in the brain, its effects on depression and PTSD, and why it’s being used for treatment-resistant mental health conditions. We also discuss safety concerns, what happens when you stop ketamine, and whether it truly heals—or simply numbs deeper issues. Finally, we dive into natural alternatives for mental health and how to address root causes for lasting healing. If you're a physician, healthcare professional, or someone seeking deeper healing, this episode offers a grounded, evidence-informed perspective on ketamine and mental wellness. Disclosure: This content is for educational purposes; this is not intended to treat anyone medically. Speak to your doctor for further guidance. Resource Links: For more information on how to work with Dr. Ana Lara, please visit and schedule your FREE 15 minute phone consultation: Website: https://raicesndmedcenter.com/ [https://raicesndmedcenter.com/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RaicesNDmedcenter/ [https://www.facebook.com/RaicesNDmedcenter/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/raicesndmedcenter/ [https://www.instagram.com/raicesndmedcenter/] #Ketamine #KetamineTherapy #MentalHealth #DepressionRelief #TreatmentResistantDepression #PTSDRecovery #MentalHealthAwareness #BrainHealth #Neuroplasticity #Glutamate #HolisticHealth #FunctionalMedicine #NaturalMentalHealth #HealingJourney #RootCauseHealing #PhysicianHealThyself #PhysicianWellness #BurnoutRecovery #IntegrativeMedicine #MindBodyMedicine

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