What does ketamine feel like? What is dissociation?

A dissociative medication is a medication that causes you to feel separate or detached from your body or physical environment. Dissociative medications can cause hallucinations and other changes in thoughts and emotions. Ketamine has been used in hospital settings since the 1960’s as an anesthetic medication. When using ketamine therapy for treatment of depression and anxiety, it is used in a much lower dose. 

 

Commonly reported experiences include mild pain relief, less anxiety, less depression, total relaxation, and euphoria. Some patients report a loss of sense of self, changes in perception of time, dreamlike visions, vivid colors, and feelings of connection, joy, and contentment. Wow, this sounds great, sign me up, right? These experiences are specific to them, as your experience will be specific to you. What does that mean? That no two experiences are the same. This is why only you will be able to know what your experience will be like.

 

Because everyone’s ketamine experience is different from each other, there is a chance you may encounter a challenging or terrible one. Should that happen, your experienced staff at Reset Restore MD will assist you in navigating through that experience. Ketamine therapy can stir up strong emotions. If things get too overwhelming, focus on your greatest tool, your breath to calm yourself down. 

 

Another strategy is exploring, why does this frighten me? Take that fear and turn it into curiosity, explore and feel the feelings. What do you feel when you’re not reacting with fear? Facing your emotions is an important part of healing and moving in a positive light. 

Wondering if Ketamine therapy is right for you? Contact us today to set up a consultation at one of our Wisconsin locations.