Ketamine Therapy: After Treatment
- Christopher Fischer, M.D.
- Nov 9, 2023
- 1 min read
Updated: Nov 19, 2023
The day of treatment is a time for rest and reflection. After your ketamine treatment, engage in self-care and nurturing activities such as journaling, listening to soft music, drawing, meditation, or gentle yoga.
It is normal to feel some lingering effects of ketamine for several hours after your journey. Remember you are not permitted to drive, operate machinery, return to work, make any life changing decisions, or sign any legal documents for 24 hours after your treatment.
You are entering a time of healing and regeneration. Limit any exposure to excessive stimuli or negative viewing or environments (violent TV shows, news, unsupportive people, work stress, social media, crowds, excessive noise, bright lights or too much activity).
If you are in talk therapy, appointments scheduled in the days following a journey can be especially productive.
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