Nearly eight million U.S. adults experience symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), a serious mental ailment triggered by surviving a harrowing episode. Though its causes and effects are known, research is continuing to try and perfect medicine and other tools to control its symptoms. One such option is a drug called ketamine. WHAT IS PTSD? The U.S. Department of Veterans…
Like other mental disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can hit anyone and should not be looked upon as a signal of weakness. Available statistics indicate that about eight million U.S. adults have PTSD each year. Thankfully, treatment options to manage the symptoms exist, including psychotherapy, self-help, and medicine like ketamine. WHAT IS PTSD? The Office on Women’s Health says: “After…
