Resources
A list of clear, succinct mental health resources for youth seeking ketamine therapy
General
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MAPS (Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies) – maps.org
Offers research updates and education on psychedelic-assisted therapy, including ketamine.Psychedelic Support – psychedelic.support
Directory and resources for evidence-based psychedelic care, with info on KAP and adolescent considerations.Ketamine Clinics Directory by KRIYA Institute – kriyainstitute.com
Clinical education and a directory of providers using ketamine in a therapeutic context.
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988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline – 988lifeline.org or dial 988Immediate, confidential mental health support for people in crisis, including youth.
Teen Line – teenline.org Trained teen listeners available via text or phone. Focused on peer connection and safety.
The Trevor Project (LGBTQ+ Youth) – thetrevorproject.org Crisis support and mental health resources tailored for LGBTQ+ youth.
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ClinicalTrials.gov – Ketamine and Adolescents Search: "ketamine adolescent" Find ongoing and completed research trials involving ketamine for depression, anxiety, PTSD in young populations.
Stanford Center for Youth Mental Health & Wellbeing – med.stanford.edu Emerging studies on youth mental health and novel interventions, including KAP.
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Psychedelic Support Provider Directory – psychedelic.support Search by location and filter for adolescent- or youth-experienced KAP providers.
Integrative Psychiatry Institute – psychiatryinstitute.com Trains and lists licensed professionals in ketamine-assisted psychotherapy.
AYAKAP Provider Network – Our own growing trusted referral hub for KAP-trained, youth-sensitive clinicians.
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Helpful videos & Podcasts
Articles
New Yorker magazine article about study https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2015/02/09/trip-treatment
Ancient Greek healing temples https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Asclepeion
Is psilocybin addictive?
https://drugpolicy.org/drug-facts/are-psilocybin-mushrooms-addictiveTrip Treatment
https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2015/02/09/trip-treatment
Best Selling Books on Psychedelic Medicine
Sacred Knowledge, Psychedelics and Religious Experiences
https://cup.columbia.edu/book/sacred-knowledge/9780231174060/The Immortality Key
https://brianmuraresku.com/#theimmortalitykeyHow to Change Your Mind
https://michaelpollan.com/books/how-to-change-your-mind/Beyond The Narrow Life: A Guide For Psychedelic Integration and Existential Exploration
https://synergeticpress.com/catalog/beyond-the-narrow-life/
Legal Rulings of Psychedelics
Current California legislation to decriminalize psychedelics
https://sd11.senate.ca.gov/news/20210218-senator-wiener-introduces-legislation-decriminalize-possession-and-personal-useCurrent status of California legislation
https://www.courthousenews.com/california-senate-approves-psychedelic-decriminalization-bill/Psychedelic Law and Policy Map
https://psychedelics.berkeley.edu/law-and-policy-map/