Ketamine shows promise for rapidly easing suicidal urges in teens

This study tested whether ketamine, a fast-acting medication, can reduce suicidal thoughts and behaviors in teenagers more quickly than standard treatments. Fifty adolescents aged 13 to 18 who had recently attempted suicide or had strong suicidal thoughts received either ketamine or a comparison drug (midazolam) twice a week for two weeks. Researchers tracked suicidal events like attempts or hospital visits over 12 weeks to see if ketamine offered faster relief.