Depression Pharmacology: From SSRI's to ketamine to psychedelics
Join OPS for an insightful in-person event exploring the evolving landscape of depression treatment. Our expert speakers will cover the full spectrum of pharmacological approaches: Dr. Beata Godlewska will discuss the science behind SSRIs, their effectiveness, and limitations; Dr. Sara Costi will present the groundbreaking potential of ketamine as a rapid-acting antidepressant; and Dr. Matthew Wall will bring the conversation back to psychedelics, such as psilocybin, and where this lies as a future tool in mental health treatment.
Date:
7 March 2025, 19:30
Venue:
Hertford College, Catte Street OX1 3BW
Venue Details:
Barring Room
Speakers:
Beata Godlewska (University of Oxford ),
Sara Costi (University of Oxford),
Matthew Wall (Imperial College London)
Organising department:
Department of Psychiatry
Organisers:
Sarah Spellman (University of Oxford),
Sylvana Vilca-Melendez (University of Oxford)
Host:
Sylvana Vilca-Melendez (University of Oxford)
Part of:
Oxford Psychedelic Society Talks
Booking required?:
Required
Booking url:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/depression-pharmacology-from-traditional-ssris-to-ketamine-to-psychedelics-tickets-1220900619619?aff=ebdsoporgprofile
Audience:
Public
Editor:
Sylvana Vilca-Melendez
