Preliminary Evaluation of a Web-Based International Journal Club for Ketamine in Psychiatric Disorders: Cross-Sectional Survey Study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The use of novel rapid-acting antidepressants for psychiatric disorders is expanding. The web-based Ketamine and Related Compounds International Journal Club (KIJC) was created during the COVID-19 pandemic by UK academic psychiatrists and trainees for interested global professionals to discuss papers related to the topic of ketamine for the treatment of psychiatric disorders. The KIJC aimed to facilitate bidirectional discussions, sharing of ideas, and networking among participants.

Objective

The aim of this study is a preliminary evaluation of the journal club's format for satisfaction and impact after the first year of running.

Methods

A website, email, and word of mouth were used for recruitment. The journal club was held twice per month using videoconfe

SUBMITTER: Lindner JR 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10652200 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature