Ketamine is bringing new hope to the psychiatric field when it comes to the treatment of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). OCD is a chronic condition marked by debilitating obsessions and repetitive behaviors. While many people have recurring thoughts or repetitive behaviors, it is when these repetitive behaviors significantly interfere with daily life that an individual is diagnosed with OCD. Currently, treatments often include a combination of talk therapy and some antidepressant drugs which can take months to have any effect on the disease, if at all.
OCD is a type of anxiety disorder where an individual has recurring thoughts or obsessions and subsequently responds with compulsive behavior. They often feel anxious without due cause and experience distressing thoughts that cause them to perform activities, such as keeping things symmetrical or exhibiting perfectionist behavior.
Once a person has completed their compulsive ritual, they may feel better temporarily. However, the next time these thoughts or obsessions arise, the anxiety creeps in. In these cases, the cycle often continues to the point where the individual feels like their behaviors are out of control.
The fast-acting nature of ketamine has been found to quickly alleviate the symptoms of OCD in patients experiencing intrusive thoughts. The effects of the drug can last one to two weeks in certain patients. The rapid relief seen from ketamine is markedly different from symptom relief with traditional treatments for OCD. With these options, patients can wait six to ten weeks to see any meaningful improvement and may only experience a 40% to 60% reduction in symptoms.
If you or a loved one are interested in ketamine infusions as an alternative to conventional therapies, reach out to us at VIP Ketamine Clinics today to schedule a free consultation. We would be happy to discuss how ketamine works and if you are a candidate for ketamine treatment.
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