Ketamine and BDNF
Exciting research reveals that BDNF may be a central mechanism through which ketamine alleviates depression, acting almost like a growth factor in the brain. Evidence shows that mice lacking BDNF do not experience the mood-enhancing effects of ketamine, while humans with a mutant form of BDNF show reduced responses to treatment. This highlights a novel perspective on ketamine’s role in promoting neuroplasticity and providing immediate relief from depressive symptoms.In this clip
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