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Theoretical or philosophical paper
Peer reviewed
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Esketamine
Ketamine
Key points
Argues that the ketamine-induced 'K-hole' is a distinct phenomenological state involving profound dissociation and ego dissolution, which may facilitate transformative insights and hold therapeutic potential.
Abstract
Journey through the K-hole: phenomenological aspects of ketamine use.
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