I am not sure if I have a Treatment Resistant Depression, but I sure have been on multiple SSRIS for the last 10 years.

I honestly don’t feel any of them have “really worked” besides being numb.

I want to stop taking them eventually, wondering if Ketamine would open me in therapy and make it more meaningful/impacting.

I’m a really anxious person, so the thought of trying Ket or psychedelics always gets me nervous, like permanently making my anxiety worse or wake up some schizophrenia (I have no signs, nor I have relatives)

I know that attentiveness and dopamine regulation won’t improve with ket, but has anyone else been able to treat the depression and anxiety that comes with ADHD?

  • @aadil@merv.newsEnglish
    1•6 months ago

    I have no experience with K, but as someone who has tried psychedelics for self-improvement/mental health reasons, I can say it does help in that it gives you a kick in the rear and clarity of mind to work on your issues. The benefits (i.e. increased motivation & executive function) are short-lived though.

    For long-term change I would recommend working with a therapist. In my experience us folks with ADHD really need the structured regimen it provides.