What happens to lonely people under psychedelics (ketamine therapy)

#loneliness #mentalhealthmatters #depression

What happens to lonely people when treated medically with psychedelics, such as ketamine? Can ketamine help uplift your loneliness to live healthier?

In this video, we explore the potential of ketamine (and other psychedelics) as a therapeutic tool for addressing the loneliness epidemic. This only refers to the medically supervised and legal use of these medicines. As the mental and physical health effects of loneliness become increasingly apparent, it's crucial to identify innovative solutions to this pressing issue. We'll discuss various aspects of loneliness, such as its types, causes, and ways to identify it in others, and delve into the US Surgeon General's (Dr. Vivek Murthy) recent discussion on the loneliness epidemic.

🔍 Understanding Loneliness

To fully comprehend the potential of ketamine in addressing loneliness, it's essential first to understand the different types of loneliness and their causes. In the video, we'll cover the following topics:

Three types of loneliness: Emotional, social, and existential loneliness
Main causes of loneliness: Personal circumstances, mental health challenges, social isolation, and digital dependence
Identifying loneliness in others: Recognizing signs of loneliness in those around us
🏥 The Loneliness Epidemic: US Surgeon General's Discussion

The US Surgeon General has recently brought attention to the loneliness epidemic, emphasizing the significant impact of loneliness on public health. We'll explore the factors contributing to the increasing prevalence of loneliness and the urgent need for public health initiatives to address this issue.

🌟 Ketamine's Role in Uplifting Lonely Individuals

Recent research has shown that ketamine therapy, traditionally used as an anesthetic, may help combat loneliness and improve mood. In the video, we'll discuss the following aspects of ketamine therapy:

Rapid-acting antidepressant effects: Ketamine's potential to alleviate feelings of loneliness and depression

Enhanced empathy and connectedness: How ketamine can help those struggling with emotional and social loneliness

Risks and considerations: The importance of discussing potential risks and benefits with a healthcare provider before considering ketamine therapy

Dr. Kaveh provides an in-depth look at the potential of ketamine, as well as other psychedelics, as a therapeutic solution to the loneliness epidemic. By understanding the different types of loneliness, their causes, and the recent discussion by the US Surgeon General, we can better appreciate the promise of ketamine therapy in helping lonely individuals achieve their social goals.

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This video/speech/channel DOES NOT CONSTITUTE MEDICAL ADVICE. Patients with medical concerns should contact their physician. If your concern is an emergency, immediately call 911. This information is not a recommendation for ANY THERAPY. Some substances referenced in this content may be illegal, and this content is not a recommendation for, or endorsement of, their use in any way.

[shepberryhill]

My last surgery was completely unaccompanied. I drove myself to the hospital, took the shuttle to a hotel after I was released, and put myself up in a hotel for two days before I was allowed to drive the two hours back home. It meant a lot for my frame of mind going into surgery that the anesthesiologist looked me in the eye, patted my shoulder, and said, "We're going to take good care of you." Thanks for being a compassionate provider. I've known many doctors who aren't.

[allycolin]

As a retired nurse after 40+ years and I am 72, I wish I could meet you in person to commend you on your compassion, intelligence and kindness towards humanity! God bless you and NEVER LOSE YOUR PASSION ❤

[albert.robles]

Psychedelics killed my drug and alcohol dependencies - one trip two years ago to purge my depression and chronic anxiety from my system was the best decision I ever made. I've done psilocybin mushrooms a few times since, but after my last high dose trip I realized that the medicine has taught me enough for now. I might return to psychedelics later in my life if I ever find a source.

[tjl]

Doctor, I just watched your video about how loneliness affects us under anesthesia. I am 64, divorced, very introverted and very isolated. Your message was heard loud and clear and I can attest to the fact having had a few surgeries in the last several years that it definitely affects our recovery and our overall state of mind. Thank you so much for everything you do.

[rebeccamiller]

I'm not lonely in life, but... at 64 without family around, if I go for surgery it saddens me greatly

[virgiliod.]

I think this loneliness epidemic from young people stems from fear of rejection because we are bombarded with "perfect" lives from too much social media which may stimulate one or all forms of loneliness. I think finding joy and simple pleasures from the little things that surround us like your pets or hobbies can help overcome the negative effects of this bad influence.

[sgmmedders]

My psychologist and psychiatrist have told me about this very treatment. Algorithms brought me to you. While I find how the behind the scenes tracking of ones interest to be invasive, this is one very important time I would absolutely agree and appreciate what you present to the general public in order to understand medical interaction processes we go through. For different reasons, I was at a place in life where I was willing to give Ketamine Treatment a try. I have never smoked, I do not drink and never have been an alcoholic or drug abuser. Somehow, I always end up with the doctors that believe I am a drug seeker. I explained many times about the parameters of the text book classic response to anesthesia or pain meds work, that is the 80% of "norm". Then there is the 10% on the left where just a tiny bit works like magic! Then....the other 10%....I am in that spectrum. Because of your other YouTube videos, I learn to try to be mindful and practice breathing/meditation. In short, just be and "allow". In 30 years of military, doctors are for the most part arrogant and dismissive doctors I have ever been treated by. I am a retired Sergeant Major. I can only wonder how the lower enlisted Soldiers may be treated. (Rabbit hole). I have found that same treatment in the civilian sector of assembly line surgeries. Thus, I am in the upmost of fear, mistrust, PTSD issues and so on. So the "white coat syndrome" has become who I am with incessant non stop chatter. I am now in my almost 20th Ketamine Treatment and I can say, I have just felt the release you have mentioned. It is a start and I look forward to my continued process to become a better mindful person and more, if not most, important last week, I left my treatment feeling at peace. Not finished...but what a break through. Suicidal intentions are a bit more distant. The military uses and discards folks like a dirty rag and ourselves to try to find our way. Thank you so much for being available to help, take the time to care, be kind, uplift others and simply just take time from your very busy day. Trust is so hard. (Side note: 30 years military and 13 years with VA, so urinalysis is a constant. I am NOT a drug user of any kind unless prescribed)

[mitsverdi]

With cats & dogs you are never alone ! Unfortunately people are inconsistant and unpredictible.

[barbaraclaytor]

I am 76 and loneliness is swallowing me up. It's really hard. I don't see solutions because what I have tried isn't working. The therapy sounds good but money is also an issue.

[The_Kman]

I've heard and read so many positive things about ketamine working for depression, PTSD and people dealing with Chronic Pain and or chronic illness. It may even have benifits with hospice patients. I hope ketamine therapy is made available soon. We have a mental illness epidemic in America.

[laraoneal]

Dr Kaveh you ARE AMAZING. So warm and empathetic. So happy I found you just today. I’m binging on ur vids to catch up. I’m a childhood trauma survivor. I’ve done many years of recovery work but still have a lot of losses due to a very toxic family of origin who have ostracized me bc I spoke about the abuse and have challenged the homeostasis of my family. No support whatsoever for all the further verbal abuse I’ve received for doing the right thing. I have ADHD also which I just found out is on the spectrum of autism which shocked me. I take melatonin for sleep. In the past it never worked but now that I’m older it does work now for me. I’m so happy for that bc I refuse to use big pharma benzos period.

[CarlyFaith]

This is such a deep and multi-faceted topic. I think you did a great job of breaking it down. I didn't get to use ketamine and I never used alcohol or drugs. But, I was thrown into complete isolation four years ago when my husband passed away. I never turned the TV on and I live in silence. I knew that I had to get to the bottom of this or I was going to die. I wasn't even thinking about happiness or purpose. I was trying to keep myself out of depression which I already suffer from. I went four months without hearing another person's voice or looking into someone's eyes. That was a real breaking point for me. I started to disassociate and found myself looking at myself from the outside. It was like having my worst fear come true and living through it. Ironic that I found some healing in it. I even found peace. My relationship to my Creator who is the the Source and Love of my life was always strong. I remember something breaking and letting go. I said out loud, I Trust You. I meant it. I stopped looking for anybody to fix something that can only be fixed through my spirit and my body. My mom is dying of dementia now. I even found peace with it through trust. I look back now and I realized I suffered on the edge of suicide for most of my life because, I didn't believe anyone knew me. Therefore, no one could truly love me and I didn't trust anyone. My late husband knew me. And, he never let me forget it for the 23 years I knew him. If he had passed away a year earlier I would have been hopeless. I needed every day that I had with him to collect the tools I needed to eventually use. Including my love for God. I found that real love and being known by him helped me to deepen my faith. Loneliness is a slow death if you don't eventually have anyone in your life. I don't know what God has planned but, leaning into him with trust has helped me a great deal. Thank you for going into subjects that I find as fascinating as they are intricate. It's your kind heart and true empathy that ultimately blends with ketamine to cause healing. Feeling safe is extremely important. 💙 Carly

[MissiJade]

I am in my early 40’s dealing with CPTSD. I lost my partner four years ago in tragic circumstances in front of me.
I have completely isolated myself from the world and don’t have any contact with my family (my Mum passed when I was 15) because of the severe childhood abuse and abandonment I don’t feel safe to have any contact with people because I am terrified of losing someone again. I can’t go through it after so much loss.
I am deep down a people person and dogs are my favourite animal. Unfortunately in Australia ketamine is not passed by the government so I am trying to find another way to get help because psychotherapy isn’t helping. I don’t want to sound like a victim and I am not seeking out sympathy. I am hoping to find something that can regulate my emotions and central nervous system. Meditation has been very beneficial but that’s a kind of do it on your own kind of practice. I am so grateful that I have found your channel and I love Karma. 🐶

[Jessica_Films]

The way that you describe gaining control over our health and mindset makes it seem like far more than just an unattainable abstract concept, but a reality that is within reach to anyone willing to take the time to improve their quality of life.

It feels like I’ve been waiting over half my life to come to this realization. I am very discerning with the advice I choose to accept from other people. If something doesn’t resonate with me on a soul level, I am unlikely to feel inspired or benefit from it.

But with the way in which you present surprisingly straightforward solutions to even the most challenging conditions or situations such as anxiety or isolation with incredible perspective, I don’t even have to ask myself if it makes sense to me, or if I agree - something just clicks when I hear you speak, reigniting my will to live basically instantaneously.

Thank you so much!

[susanb]

I came upon your YouTube videos and have so enjoyed listening. Your passion is palpable and your care for your patients and all human beings is so refreshing, the world needs more doctors like you. Your empathy alone must put your patients at ease and help them start their healing journey. Thank you for sharing your knowledge. I have learned so much from you

[tmc]

Gosh I'm learning so much it's ridiculous. This young fella is talking off like wildfire and why of course because he's brilliant and just plain nice to people. Really enjoying this doctor ❤

[rs]

Thank you so much for this quality information. I also love seeing your animal friends in your videos. That you have them in your life tells me a great deal about who you are.

[katiesimpson]

Love Karma. Wasn't it Twain who stated " the more I know people the better I love my dog?"
Thought so.
Oh, new subscriber....

[JellyBean]

So glad you're repeatedly saying the medicine won't can't do it. Too many people believe that the medicine is the answer. The medicine only helps to create the environment for the healing.

[lucycantor]

I’m an introvert so loneliness isn’t a problem for me. Doc the painting behind you is very interesting. Love your dog. Thank you for your very interesting videos. Wish more doctors were like you. Thank you for being you, Doc.