While electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) and ketamine are both effective treatments for depression, ketamine was found to have a faster onset of action and better short-term cognitive outcomes than ECT, according to study results published in the Journal of Psychiatric Research. The study included 50 patients with major depressive disorder (MDD) who were hospitalized at the department […]
The Transformative Benefits of IV Ketamine
Flashback to the year 1987 . . . A time when the antidepressant fluoxetine (Prozac) first hit the market as an FDA-approved antidepressant. It was a life-changing drug that brought astonishing results to depressed patients across the globe. Now, in 2019 . . . Here we are, almost Thirty-three years after the introduction […]
3 Important Things to Consider When Screening A Ketamine Provider
Ketamine is one of the most exciting treatments to emerge for mood disorders in decades! With its rapid, real-life results and promising research over the years, it seems like more and more ketamine providers are popping up left and right. At Montana Psychiatry, we understand what it’s like for those living with the numbness […]
How to Care For Yourself When You Have To Care For Others
Self-care is one of those buzzwords that can conjure up images of relaxing bubble baths and weekend spa retreats. This is just another one of society’s misconceptions because, in reality, proper self-care doesn’t have to cost a dime. It’s also not just a trend- it’s a necessity! Why? Because you deserve to take […]
Helping Someone in Crisis – Healthcare Professional Resources
As healthcare providers, we are on the frontline to identify patients that may be suicidal. To educate the community (and also our colleagues)Montana Psychiatry & Brain Health Center has assembled a FREE Suicide Awareness Healthcare Professional Resource Kit. Each part of the kit can be integrated separately into your practice. We would suggest beginning by […]
Managing Emotions: A 3-Step Plan For College-Bound Families
The transition from high school to campus life is a BIG milestone for a teen! A milestone that’s met with great anticipation and excitement for many adolescents. It’s the first time living alone… adapting to unfamiliar schedules… and adjusting to a new stage in life. As parents, helping your child make the transition to college […]
Real Stories from Montana Psychiatry’s TMS Patients
4 Ways Ketamine is Saving Lives by Fighting Depression
4 Ways Ketamine Is Saving Lives by Fighting Depression Ketamine is a drug that has traveled a long and winding road in the past six decades, and today it is providing hope for the more than 18 million Americans who are affected by depression. First developed in 1962, ketamine began to be used as a […]
The Evolution of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation
The Evolution of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), a noninvasive procedure that uses magnetic fields to stimulate nerve cells in the brain, has been used for decades to treat patients suffering from depression. TMS was approved by the Food and Drug Administration in 2008 to be used for people who have not shown […]
Tips for Back-to-School Success
Summer — sunshine, fun, vacations, and no routine! Even though the reprieve from school year stress is terrific for mental health, it can create challenges as parents and students try to get back to the routine of the school schedule. The adjustment of this change in schedule can cause stress which may be unhealthy […]
