The Ketamine Revolution
Ketamine, once regarded as a club drug, is now being recognized for its therapeutic potential in treating depression. Individuals like Pete Wolynec have turned to ketamine as part of their recovery journey. This shift highlights a growing acceptance of unconventional treatments in mental health care.
- ▪Ketamine is being utilized to help individuals suffering from depression.
- ▪Pete Wolynec, a 37-year-old from Bethesda, Maryland, has struggled with depression since middle school.
- ▪The use of ketamine marks a significant change in the perception of alternative treatments for mental health.
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Science & Technology Valerie Pavilonis / June 2, 2026 The Ketamine Revolution Once known as a club drug, ketamine is helping the ‘walking wounded.’ Illustration by Noah Hickey/The Dispatch (Photo via Unsplash). Illustration by Noah Hickey/The Dispatch (Photo via Unsplash). Audio Turn any article into a podcast. Upgrade now to start listening. Text Size Members can share articles with friends & family to bypass the paywall. Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Threads Email 0 Open and scroll to the comments section Pete Wolynec is 37 and lives in Bethesda, Maryland. He first started feeling depressed in middle school and later began experimenting with alcohol and drugs in order to feel better.
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