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Athens News Matters: Ketamine for Depression is More Widely Available in Georgia

A vial of Ketamine
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A vial of Ketamine

Ketamine is an approved surgical anesthetic that can have mind-altering effects. The psychedelic has also been used illegally at dance clubs and raves. But growing evidence suggests a healing benefit for those whose depression has not been helped by traditional antidepressants.

As GPB’s Ellen Eldridge reports, ketamine for depression is becoming more widely available in Georgia.

Ellen Eldridge is a digital producer for GPB. She has previously worked as a breaking news reporter for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. The topics she most often writes about as a freelance reporter are mental health issues, crime and public safety. Ellen graduated Kennesaw State University magna cum laude in 2015 with a degree in communication focused on journalism.