Postpartum depression is a mood disorder that occurs shortly after the birth of a child. While most parents experience the ‘baby blues’—temporary mood changes and irritability after childbirth—postpartum depression includes more intense symptoms like mood swings, anxiety, and trouble bonding with the newborn. Medical professionals often prescribe selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and antidepressants for treatment.
However, SSRIs and antidepressants may not always be effective, leaving parents feeling frustrated as their emotions become more unstable. Our clinic in Gainesville, FL utilizes ketamine infusion therapy to help patients manage postpartum depression. Contact us today to find out how this treatment can help alleviate your depression.
Ketamine is primarily used as an anesthetic and pain reliever, but it has also been shown to help stabilize mood when given in small doses. During a ketamine infusion, it binds to the NMDA glutamate receptors, blocking their communication with the brain. This allows the brain to restore connections that may have been damaged due to postpartum depression, leading to improvements in mood after just one treatment. Following a ketamine therapy session, the neural networks in the body continue to repair as the brain adjusts to the blocked receptors, resulting in ongoing mood enhancement even after the ketamine has cleared from the system.
Our ketamine therapy clinic offers tailored treatment plans for each patient, ensuring comprehensive care during recovery from postpartum depression. Parenting can be challenging, leading to feelings of being overwhelmed. Ketamine infusions work quickly, and many patients experience significant improvement after just a few sessions. To schedule a consultation or learn more about how ketamine can assist with depression, contact us today.
