Date of Award
Spring 2020
Degree Name
Master of Medical Science (Physician Assistant)
Department
Physician Assistant; College of Health Sciences
First Advisor
Elizabeth Masten
Abstract
Depression is a disease that effects millions of patients and has a variety of symptoms. It is primarily defined by depressed mood and anhedonia. The first line treatment for depression is SSRI medications. These medications have several side effects and are not effective for a large number of patients. Therefore, this study was done to review ketamine as a new treatment option for depression and see how it compares to a placebo.
Recommended Citation
Strosser, Austin, "Ketamine vs Placebo for Depression" (2020). Capstone Showcase. 11.
https://scholarworks.arcadia.edu/showcase/2020/pa/11
Ketamine vs Placebo for Depression
Depression is a disease that effects millions of patients and has a variety of symptoms. It is primarily defined by depressed mood and anhedonia. The first line treatment for depression is SSRI medications. These medications have several side effects and are not effective for a large number of patients. Therefore, this study was done to review ketamine as a new treatment option for depression and see how it compares to a placebo.