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Nearly Half of UK Ketamine Users Avoid Treatment

4/30/2025

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Nearly half of ketamine users in the UK are avoiding treatment, even as they grapple with serious physical and psychological challenges, according to a study by the University of Exeter and UCL. This alarming trend underscores a critical gap in awareness about addiction risks and the need for better support from healthcare professionals. Enhanced treatment programs and public education are vital to combat this escalating issue.

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Nearly half of ketamine users in the UK are avoiding treatment, even as they grapple with serious physical and psychological challenges, according to a study by the University of Exeter and UCL. This alarming trend underscores a critical gap in awareness about addiction risks and the need for better support from healthcare professionals. Enhanced treatment programs and public education are vital to combat this escalating issue.