Study Finds Laughing Gas Provides Quick Relief for Depression Symptoms
A study conducted by researchers from the University of Birmingham and the University of Oxford has found that nitrous oxide, commonly known as laughing gas, can provide rapid relief from depression symptoms. The study involved clinical trials where participants inhaled nitrous oxide at varying concentrations, showing significant short-term improvements in depressive symptoms. The treatment appears effective for individuals with major depressive disorder and treatment-resistant depression, offering hope for those who have not responded to conventional treatments.