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CGI-S and CGI-I: Clinical Global Impression Scale Defined
CGI-S and CGI-I are the 1-to-7 clinician-rated severity and improvement scores used alongside MADRS in ketamine and esketamine trials. See how they're scored.
What Is the CADSS Dissociative Scale? Definition Explained
The CADSS dissociative scale measures dissociation intensity in ketamine research. Learn what it scores, who uses it, and how to read results.
MADRS Score Explained in Ketamine Clinical Trials
MADRS is the 10-item scale most ketamine and esketamine trials use to measure depression severity. Learn how scoring, response, and remission work.
Ketamine Dissociation Meaning: A Clear Definition
Learn what ketamine dissociation means, why it happens during treatment, and how it differs from other effects. Explore the full glossary.
Dissociative Anesthetic: Definition, Drug Class & Examples
Plain-language guide to dissociative anesthetics, what the term means, which drugs belong to this class, and why ketamine is categorized this way.
Default Mode Network: How Ketamine Disrupts Depressive Thought Patterns
The default mode network (DMN) drives rumination in depression. Learn how ketamine disrupts DMN connectivity and why that matters for treatment.
Bioavailability: Understanding Ketamine Absorption by Route
Bioavailability shows how much ketamine actually reaches the bloodstream. See how it ranges from 100% IV to 17-24% oral and what that means for dosing.
Synaptogenesis: How Ketamine Promotes New Synaptic Connections
Synaptogenesis is the formation of new synapses. Learn how ketamine triggers rapid synapse growth through NMDA, BDNF, and mTOR signaling.
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