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26600 | How queerness became calamity in Tears of the Kingdom
But stepping into Hyrule Field again in Tears of the Kingdom, I felt much more constrained.
Players have been looking for gender in this generation’s iteration of Link since before Breath of the Wild released. Donning his tunic’s now iconic champion blue, Link’s androgyny in the game’s very first teaser trailer back in 2014 stirred mainstream audiences to scrutinize the player character’s presumed gender. And as early as that had come into question, so too did the character’s entire identity. The idea of a female Hero of Time simmered. And if the character shown wasn’t Link, then maybe it was a playable Zelda.
Nintendo would eventually address the speculation: Zelda producer Eiji Aonuma said that nothing so revolutionary as a woman was in the works, explaining that changing Link’s gender would “mess with the balance of the Triforce,” while focusing instead on Zelda as a playable female character would leave Link with nothing to do. “If we have princess Zelda as the main character who fights,” Aonuma asked, “then what is Link going to do?”
These assumptions and their casual misogyny reveal that particular kinds of gender are a priori to the very land and cosmos of Hyrule — that the Triforce both represents and enshrines the subordination of women to men in the kingdom’s religion, and that courage and power must only be an essential trait of men. |
26601 | How queerness became calamity in Tears of the Kingdom
The idea of a female Hero of Time simmered. And if the character shown wasn’t Link, then maybe it was a playable Zelda.
Nintendo would eventually address the speculation: Zelda producer Eiji Aonuma said that nothing so revolutionary as a woman was in the works, explaining that changing Link’s gender would “mess with the balance of the Triforce,” while focusing instead on Zelda as a playable female character would leave Link with nothing to do. “If we have princess Zelda as the main character who fights,” Aonuma asked, “then what is Link going to do?”
These assumptions and their casual misogyny reveal that particular kinds of gender are a priori to the very land and cosmos of Hyrule — that the Triforce both represents and enshrines the subordination of women to men in the kingdom’s religion, and that courage and power must only be an essential trait of men. Many fans have been disappointed in Zelda’s continued sidelining, while the developer has been content to give Zelda little to do in her eponymous games. |
26602 | How queerness became calamity in Tears of the Kingdom
Nintendo would eventually address the speculation: Zelda producer Eiji Aonuma said that nothing so revolutionary as a woman was in the works, explaining that changing Link’s gender would “mess with the balance of the Triforce,” while focusing instead on Zelda as a playable female character would leave Link with nothing to do. “If we have princess Zelda as the main character who fights,” Aonuma asked, “then what is Link going to do?”
These assumptions and their casual misogyny reveal that particular kinds of gender are a priori to the very land and cosmos of Hyrule — that the Triforce both represents and enshrines the subordination of women to men in the kingdom’s religion, and that courage and power must only be an essential trait of men. Many fans have been disappointed in Zelda’s continued sidelining, while the developer has been content to give Zelda little to do in her eponymous games. While his developers imagine Link as a blank slate for players of all identities, Sarah Stang contends that Link’s gender expression has never been incorporated into that vision. |
26603 | How queerness became calamity in Tears of the Kingdom
“If we have princess Zelda as the main character who fights,” Aonuma asked, “then what is Link going to do?”
These assumptions and their casual misogyny reveal that particular kinds of gender are a priori to the very land and cosmos of Hyrule — that the Triforce both represents and enshrines the subordination of women to men in the kingdom’s religion, and that courage and power must only be an essential trait of men. Many fans have been disappointed in Zelda’s continued sidelining, while the developer has been content to give Zelda little to do in her eponymous games. While his developers imagine Link as a blank slate for players of all identities, Sarah Stang contends that Link’s gender expression has never been incorporated into that vision. “Though featuring an androgynous protagonist can be viewed as progressive in a Western context,” she argues, “Link’s design fits in with Japanese cultural preferences and was therefore not an overly risky choice for Nintendo.”
Breath of the Wild’s gender trouble continued closer to release, as a series of leaked screenshots revealed Link’s encounter with the character Vilia outside of Gerudo Town, the all-female city in Hyrule’s desert. |
26604 | How queerness became calamity in Tears of the Kingdom
Many fans have been disappointed in Zelda’s continued sidelining, while the developer has been content to give Zelda little to do in her eponymous games. While his developers imagine Link as a blank slate for players of all identities, Sarah Stang contends that Link’s gender expression has never been incorporated into that vision. “Though featuring an androgynous protagonist can be viewed as progressive in a Western context,” she argues, “Link’s design fits in with Japanese cultural preferences and was therefore not an overly risky choice for Nintendo.”
Breath of the Wild’s gender trouble continued closer to release, as a series of leaked screenshots revealed Link’s encounter with the character Vilia outside of Gerudo Town, the all-female city in Hyrule’s desert. The screenshots suggested a transphobic punchline about crossdressing, and the game would deliver on the joke (the quest being a necessary step to completing the game’s true ending). |
26605 | How queerness became calamity in Tears of the Kingdom
Many fans have been disappointed in Zelda’s continued sidelining, while the developer has been content to give Zelda little to do in her eponymous games. While his developers imagine Link as a blank slate for players of all identities, Sarah Stang contends that Link’s gender expression has never been incorporated into that vision. “Though featuring an androgynous protagonist can be viewed as progressive in a Western context,” she argues, “Link’s design fits in with Japanese cultural preferences and was therefore not an overly risky choice for Nintendo.”
Breath of the Wild’s gender trouble continued closer to release, as a series of leaked screenshots revealed Link’s encounter with the character Vilia outside of Gerudo Town, the all-female city in Hyrule’s desert. The screenshots suggested a transphobic punchline about crossdressing, and the game would deliver on the joke (the quest being a necessary step to completing the game’s true ending). But when the game was released weeks later, players went on to find queer expression and even joy in the wilds of Hyrule. |
26606 | How queerness became calamity in Tears of the Kingdom
While his developers imagine Link as a blank slate for players of all identities, Sarah Stang contends that Link’s gender expression has never been incorporated into that vision. “Though featuring an androgynous protagonist can be viewed as progressive in a Western context,” she argues, “Link’s design fits in with Japanese cultural preferences and was therefore not an overly risky choice for Nintendo.”
Breath of the Wild’s gender trouble continued closer to release, as a series of leaked screenshots revealed Link’s encounter with the character Vilia outside of Gerudo Town, the all-female city in Hyrule’s desert. The screenshots suggested a transphobic punchline about crossdressing, and the game would deliver on the joke (the quest being a necessary step to completing the game’s true ending). But when the game was released weeks later, players went on to find queer expression and even joy in the wilds of Hyrule. A crossdressing Link was genuinely embraced among artists, cosplayers, and authors of fan fiction, and queer expressions were captured in poetry, art and prose. |
26607 | How queerness became calamity in Tears of the Kingdom
“Though featuring an androgynous protagonist can be viewed as progressive in a Western context,” she argues, “Link’s design fits in with Japanese cultural preferences and was therefore not an overly risky choice for Nintendo.”
Breath of the Wild’s gender trouble continued closer to release, as a series of leaked screenshots revealed Link’s encounter with the character Vilia outside of Gerudo Town, the all-female city in Hyrule’s desert. The screenshots suggested a transphobic punchline about crossdressing, and the game would deliver on the joke (the quest being a necessary step to completing the game’s true ending). But when the game was released weeks later, players went on to find queer expression and even joy in the wilds of Hyrule. A crossdressing Link was genuinely embraced among artists, cosplayers, and authors of fan fiction, and queer expressions were captured in poetry, art and prose.
All of which is why I find Tears of The Kingdom so damning — it denies such space for imagination. |
26608 | How queerness became calamity in Tears of the Kingdom
The screenshots suggested a transphobic punchline about crossdressing, and the game would deliver on the joke (the quest being a necessary step to completing the game’s true ending). But when the game was released weeks later, players went on to find queer expression and even joy in the wilds of Hyrule. A crossdressing Link was genuinely embraced among artists, cosplayers, and authors of fan fiction, and queer expressions were captured in poetry, art and prose.
All of which is why I find Tears of The Kingdom so damning — it denies such space for imagination. Its narrative is ultimately not just a perpetuation of Hyrule’s status quo, but it introduces new constraints that deny queer subtext and even expression where once there was room before. And we can tease out these changes by going back to the fulcrum of gender discourse in Breath of the Wild: Gerudo Town.
Gerudo Town is a gendered and raced space unlike the other settlements on the periphery of Hyrule. |
26609 | How queerness became calamity in Tears of the Kingdom
But when the game was released weeks later, players went on to find queer expression and even joy in the wilds of Hyrule. A crossdressing Link was genuinely embraced among artists, cosplayers, and authors of fan fiction, and queer expressions were captured in poetry, art and prose.
All of which is why I find Tears of The Kingdom so damning — it denies such space for imagination. Its narrative is ultimately not just a perpetuation of Hyrule’s status quo, but it introduces new constraints that deny queer subtext and even expression where once there was room before. And we can tease out these changes by going back to the fulcrum of gender discourse in Breath of the Wild: Gerudo Town.
Gerudo Town is a gendered and raced space unlike the other settlements on the periphery of Hyrule. Alongside the bird people, fish people, and rock people, the Gerudo are a vaguely Arabic or North African-coded, all female, matriarchal society. |
26610 | How queerness became calamity in Tears of the Kingdom
A crossdressing Link was genuinely embraced among artists, cosplayers, and authors of fan fiction, and queer expressions were captured in poetry, art and prose.
All of which is why I find Tears of The Kingdom so damning — it denies such space for imagination. Its narrative is ultimately not just a perpetuation of Hyrule’s status quo, but it introduces new constraints that deny queer subtext and even expression where once there was room before. And we can tease out these changes by going back to the fulcrum of gender discourse in Breath of the Wild: Gerudo Town.
Gerudo Town is a gendered and raced space unlike the other settlements on the periphery of Hyrule. Alongside the bird people, fish people, and rock people, the Gerudo are a vaguely Arabic or North African-coded, all female, matriarchal society. Their culture is a site of friction and humor in both games. |
26611 | How queerness became calamity in Tears of the Kingdom
A crossdressing Link was genuinely embraced among artists, cosplayers, and authors of fan fiction, and queer expressions were captured in poetry, art and prose.
All of which is why I find Tears of The Kingdom so damning — it denies such space for imagination. Its narrative is ultimately not just a perpetuation of Hyrule’s status quo, but it introduces new constraints that deny queer subtext and even expression where once there was room before. And we can tease out these changes by going back to the fulcrum of gender discourse in Breath of the Wild: Gerudo Town.
Gerudo Town is a gendered and raced space unlike the other settlements on the periphery of Hyrule. Alongside the bird people, fish people, and rock people, the Gerudo are a vaguely Arabic or North African-coded, all female, matriarchal society. Their culture is a site of friction and humor in both games. The Gerudo are at once obsessed with and scornful of men, found on pilgrimages to find their one true love, a monogamous myth perpetuated by their own teachings, or else behind the walls of their single-gender desert city. |
26612 | How queerness became calamity in Tears of the Kingdom
Its narrative is ultimately not just a perpetuation of Hyrule’s status quo, but it introduces new constraints that deny queer subtext and even expression where once there was room before. And we can tease out these changes by going back to the fulcrum of gender discourse in Breath of the Wild: Gerudo Town.
Gerudo Town is a gendered and raced space unlike the other settlements on the periphery of Hyrule. Alongside the bird people, fish people, and rock people, the Gerudo are a vaguely Arabic or North African-coded, all female, matriarchal society. Their culture is a site of friction and humor in both games. The Gerudo are at once obsessed with and scornful of men, found on pilgrimages to find their one true love, a monogamous myth perpetuated by their own teachings, or else behind the walls of their single-gender desert city.
Women of all races (and the apparently genderless Gorons) are welcome in Gerudo Town, while men are prevented from entering by armed guard. |
26613 | How queerness became calamity in Tears of the Kingdom
And we can tease out these changes by going back to the fulcrum of gender discourse in Breath of the Wild: Gerudo Town.
Gerudo Town is a gendered and raced space unlike the other settlements on the periphery of Hyrule. Alongside the bird people, fish people, and rock people, the Gerudo are a vaguely Arabic or North African-coded, all female, matriarchal society. Their culture is a site of friction and humor in both games. The Gerudo are at once obsessed with and scornful of men, found on pilgrimages to find their one true love, a monogamous myth perpetuated by their own teachings, or else behind the walls of their single-gender desert city.
Women of all races (and the apparently genderless Gorons) are welcome in Gerudo Town, while men are prevented from entering by armed guard. In Breath of the Wild, many still try their luck, with several characters’ whole personalities being a one-note joke about how it’s funny to watch men chase after women when they wish to be left alone. |
26614 | How queerness became calamity in Tears of the Kingdom
Gerudo Town is a gendered and raced space unlike the other settlements on the periphery of Hyrule. Alongside the bird people, fish people, and rock people, the Gerudo are a vaguely Arabic or North African-coded, all female, matriarchal society. Their culture is a site of friction and humor in both games. The Gerudo are at once obsessed with and scornful of men, found on pilgrimages to find their one true love, a monogamous myth perpetuated by their own teachings, or else behind the walls of their single-gender desert city.
Women of all races (and the apparently genderless Gorons) are welcome in Gerudo Town, while men are prevented from entering by armed guard. In Breath of the Wild, many still try their luck, with several characters’ whole personalities being a one-note joke about how it’s funny to watch men chase after women when they wish to be left alone. But the Gerudo do not themselves police gender. |
26615 | How queerness became calamity in Tears of the Kingdom
Alongside the bird people, fish people, and rock people, the Gerudo are a vaguely Arabic or North African-coded, all female, matriarchal society. Their culture is a site of friction and humor in both games. The Gerudo are at once obsessed with and scornful of men, found on pilgrimages to find their one true love, a monogamous myth perpetuated by their own teachings, or else behind the walls of their single-gender desert city.
Women of all races (and the apparently genderless Gorons) are welcome in Gerudo Town, while men are prevented from entering by armed guard. In Breath of the Wild, many still try their luck, with several characters’ whole personalities being a one-note joke about how it’s funny to watch men chase after women when they wish to be left alone. But the Gerudo do not themselves police gender. Vilia, who can be read as a trans woman, is said to be welcomed in the city, and Link is welcomed in when he dons their attire. |
26616 | How queerness became calamity in Tears of the Kingdom
Their culture is a site of friction and humor in both games. The Gerudo are at once obsessed with and scornful of men, found on pilgrimages to find their one true love, a monogamous myth perpetuated by their own teachings, or else behind the walls of their single-gender desert city.
Women of all races (and the apparently genderless Gorons) are welcome in Gerudo Town, while men are prevented from entering by armed guard. In Breath of the Wild, many still try their luck, with several characters’ whole personalities being a one-note joke about how it’s funny to watch men chase after women when they wish to be left alone. But the Gerudo do not themselves police gender. Vilia, who can be read as a trans woman, is said to be welcomed in the city, and Link is welcomed in when he dons their attire. He seems comfortable, if bashful, when he first puts on the clothes. |
26617 | How queerness became calamity in Tears of the Kingdom
Their culture is a site of friction and humor in both games. The Gerudo are at once obsessed with and scornful of men, found on pilgrimages to find their one true love, a monogamous myth perpetuated by their own teachings, or else behind the walls of their single-gender desert city.
Women of all races (and the apparently genderless Gorons) are welcome in Gerudo Town, while men are prevented from entering by armed guard. In Breath of the Wild, many still try their luck, with several characters’ whole personalities being a one-note joke about how it’s funny to watch men chase after women when they wish to be left alone. But the Gerudo do not themselves police gender. Vilia, who can be read as a trans woman, is said to be welcomed in the city, and Link is welcomed in when he dons their attire. He seems comfortable, if bashful, when he first puts on the clothes. Moreover, when Link reveals himself at the city’s health-replenishing spa, the innkeeper Romah implores him to relax. |
26618 | How queerness became calamity in Tears of the Kingdom
Women of all races (and the apparently genderless Gorons) are welcome in Gerudo Town, while men are prevented from entering by armed guard. In Breath of the Wild, many still try their luck, with several characters’ whole personalities being a one-note joke about how it’s funny to watch men chase after women when they wish to be left alone. But the Gerudo do not themselves police gender. Vilia, who can be read as a trans woman, is said to be welcomed in the city, and Link is welcomed in when he dons their attire. He seems comfortable, if bashful, when he first puts on the clothes. Moreover, when Link reveals himself at the city’s health-replenishing spa, the innkeeper Romah implores him to relax. “We’re all vai here,” she assures, using the fictional language’s word for “woman.” Many more compliment Link’s appearance in strictly feminine terms. |
26619 | How queerness became calamity in Tears of the Kingdom
Women of all races (and the apparently genderless Gorons) are welcome in Gerudo Town, while men are prevented from entering by armed guard. In Breath of the Wild, many still try their luck, with several characters’ whole personalities being a one-note joke about how it’s funny to watch men chase after women when they wish to be left alone. But the Gerudo do not themselves police gender. Vilia, who can be read as a trans woman, is said to be welcomed in the city, and Link is welcomed in when he dons their attire. He seems comfortable, if bashful, when he first puts on the clothes. Moreover, when Link reveals himself at the city’s health-replenishing spa, the innkeeper Romah implores him to relax. “We’re all vai here,” she assures, using the fictional language’s word for “woman.” Many more compliment Link’s appearance in strictly feminine terms. As both the Gerudo chieftain Riju and armor shopkeep Greta address Link as if he’s in disguise, we can infer that many perhaps see Link as a non-conforming person moving through the city. |
26620 | How queerness became calamity in Tears of the Kingdom
But the Gerudo do not themselves police gender. Vilia, who can be read as a trans woman, is said to be welcomed in the city, and Link is welcomed in when he dons their attire. He seems comfortable, if bashful, when he first puts on the clothes. Moreover, when Link reveals himself at the city’s health-replenishing spa, the innkeeper Romah implores him to relax. “We’re all vai here,” she assures, using the fictional language’s word for “woman.” Many more compliment Link’s appearance in strictly feminine terms. As both the Gerudo chieftain Riju and armor shopkeep Greta address Link as if he’s in disguise, we can infer that many perhaps see Link as a non-conforming person moving through the city.
The presence of a black-market armor shop further denies any gender essentialist notions like the ones that suggest Vilia is a man dressed as a woman. |
26621 | How queerness became calamity in Tears of the Kingdom
But the Gerudo do not themselves police gender. Vilia, who can be read as a trans woman, is said to be welcomed in the city, and Link is welcomed in when he dons their attire. He seems comfortable, if bashful, when he first puts on the clothes. Moreover, when Link reveals himself at the city’s health-replenishing spa, the innkeeper Romah implores him to relax. “We’re all vai here,” she assures, using the fictional language’s word for “woman.” Many more compliment Link’s appearance in strictly feminine terms. As both the Gerudo chieftain Riju and armor shopkeep Greta address Link as if he’s in disguise, we can infer that many perhaps see Link as a non-conforming person moving through the city.
The presence of a black-market armor shop further denies any gender essentialist notions like the ones that suggest Vilia is a man dressed as a woman. In Breath of the Wild, the shop’s covert dealings of Gerudo armor for men suggests that there must be men in the all-female race, leaving one to assume trans men may be born of the Gerudo and, while not sanctioned in the city, are integrated into their material culture. |
26622 | How queerness became calamity in Tears of the Kingdom
Moreover, when Link reveals himself at the city’s health-replenishing spa, the innkeeper Romah implores him to relax. “We’re all vai here,” she assures, using the fictional language’s word for “woman.” Many more compliment Link’s appearance in strictly feminine terms. As both the Gerudo chieftain Riju and armor shopkeep Greta address Link as if he’s in disguise, we can infer that many perhaps see Link as a non-conforming person moving through the city.
The presence of a black-market armor shop further denies any gender essentialist notions like the ones that suggest Vilia is a man dressed as a woman. In Breath of the Wild, the shop’s covert dealings of Gerudo armor for men suggests that there must be men in the all-female race, leaving one to assume trans men may be born of the Gerudo and, while not sanctioned in the city, are integrated into their material culture. But Tears of the Kingdom does away with almost all of the queer subtext brimming just beneath Breath of the Wild’s surface. |
26623 | How queerness became calamity in Tears of the Kingdom
“We’re all vai here,” she assures, using the fictional language’s word for “woman.” Many more compliment Link’s appearance in strictly feminine terms. As both the Gerudo chieftain Riju and armor shopkeep Greta address Link as if he’s in disguise, we can infer that many perhaps see Link as a non-conforming person moving through the city.
The presence of a black-market armor shop further denies any gender essentialist notions like the ones that suggest Vilia is a man dressed as a woman. In Breath of the Wild, the shop’s covert dealings of Gerudo armor for men suggests that there must be men in the all-female race, leaving one to assume trans men may be born of the Gerudo and, while not sanctioned in the city, are integrated into their material culture. But Tears of the Kingdom does away with almost all of the queer subtext brimming just beneath Breath of the Wild’s surface.
Vilia is one of a handful of named characters missing from Tears of the Kingdom, and there is no mention of her memory. |
26624 | How queerness became calamity in Tears of the Kingdom
As both the Gerudo chieftain Riju and armor shopkeep Greta address Link as if he’s in disguise, we can infer that many perhaps see Link as a non-conforming person moving through the city.
The presence of a black-market armor shop further denies any gender essentialist notions like the ones that suggest Vilia is a man dressed as a woman. In Breath of the Wild, the shop’s covert dealings of Gerudo armor for men suggests that there must be men in the all-female race, leaving one to assume trans men may be born of the Gerudo and, while not sanctioned in the city, are integrated into their material culture. But Tears of the Kingdom does away with almost all of the queer subtext brimming just beneath Breath of the Wild’s surface.
Vilia is one of a handful of named characters missing from Tears of the Kingdom, and there is no mention of her memory. The armor she gifted Link, which was once previously for sale in Gerudo Town’s market, is also conspicuously absent, just one of a few pieces of clothing to not return to the game. |
26625 | How queerness became calamity in Tears of the Kingdom
The presence of a black-market armor shop further denies any gender essentialist notions like the ones that suggest Vilia is a man dressed as a woman. In Breath of the Wild, the shop’s covert dealings of Gerudo armor for men suggests that there must be men in the all-female race, leaving one to assume trans men may be born of the Gerudo and, while not sanctioned in the city, are integrated into their material culture. But Tears of the Kingdom does away with almost all of the queer subtext brimming just beneath Breath of the Wild’s surface.
Vilia is one of a handful of named characters missing from Tears of the Kingdom, and there is no mention of her memory. The armor she gifted Link, which was once previously for sale in Gerudo Town’s market, is also conspicuously absent, just one of a few pieces of clothing to not return to the game. Instead, the game’s main quest takes players into a derelict Gerudo Town. |
26626 | How queerness became calamity in Tears of the Kingdom
In Breath of the Wild, the shop’s covert dealings of Gerudo armor for men suggests that there must be men in the all-female race, leaving one to assume trans men may be born of the Gerudo and, while not sanctioned in the city, are integrated into their material culture. But Tears of the Kingdom does away with almost all of the queer subtext brimming just beneath Breath of the Wild’s surface.
Vilia is one of a handful of named characters missing from Tears of the Kingdom, and there is no mention of her memory. The armor she gifted Link, which was once previously for sale in Gerudo Town’s market, is also conspicuously absent, just one of a few pieces of clothing to not return to the game. Instead, the game’s main quest takes players into a derelict Gerudo Town. Link must again infiltrate their sanctum (now an underground bunker), but this time he is welcomed as a man amongst the sheltering women. |
26627 | How queerness became calamity in Tears of the Kingdom
But Tears of the Kingdom does away with almost all of the queer subtext brimming just beneath Breath of the Wild’s surface.
Vilia is one of a handful of named characters missing from Tears of the Kingdom, and there is no mention of her memory. The armor she gifted Link, which was once previously for sale in Gerudo Town’s market, is also conspicuously absent, just one of a few pieces of clothing to not return to the game. Instead, the game’s main quest takes players into a derelict Gerudo Town. Link must again infiltrate their sanctum (now an underground bunker), but this time he is welcomed as a man amongst the sheltering women. Moving through the now underground settlement, Link is greeted with suspicion and novelty to the sheltered children who have not seen men before, and he’s treated as a presumed threat for his proximity. |
26628 | How queerness became calamity in Tears of the Kingdom
But Tears of the Kingdom does away with almost all of the queer subtext brimming just beneath Breath of the Wild’s surface.
Vilia is one of a handful of named characters missing from Tears of the Kingdom, and there is no mention of her memory. The armor she gifted Link, which was once previously for sale in Gerudo Town’s market, is also conspicuously absent, just one of a few pieces of clothing to not return to the game. Instead, the game’s main quest takes players into a derelict Gerudo Town. Link must again infiltrate their sanctum (now an underground bunker), but this time he is welcomed as a man amongst the sheltering women. Moving through the now underground settlement, Link is greeted with suspicion and novelty to the sheltered children who have not seen men before, and he’s treated as a presumed threat for his proximity. Gerudo Town previously rejected essentialist logics like the idea men are inherently dangerous to women — which undergirds real-world transphobia — but here it simply invokes such beliefs in much less humorous tones than it did even in Vilia’s quest. |
26629 | How queerness became calamity in Tears of the Kingdom
The armor she gifted Link, which was once previously for sale in Gerudo Town’s market, is also conspicuously absent, just one of a few pieces of clothing to not return to the game. Instead, the game’s main quest takes players into a derelict Gerudo Town. Link must again infiltrate their sanctum (now an underground bunker), but this time he is welcomed as a man amongst the sheltering women. Moving through the now underground settlement, Link is greeted with suspicion and novelty to the sheltered children who have not seen men before, and he’s treated as a presumed threat for his proximity. Gerudo Town previously rejected essentialist logics like the idea men are inherently dangerous to women — which undergirds real-world transphobia — but here it simply invokes such beliefs in much less humorous tones than it did even in Vilia’s quest.
And outside of town, a Hylian man mentions to Link that he’s looking for a black market armor shop that sells voe (Gerudo for “man”) armor. |
26630 | How queerness became calamity in Tears of the Kingdom
Instead, the game’s main quest takes players into a derelict Gerudo Town. Link must again infiltrate their sanctum (now an underground bunker), but this time he is welcomed as a man amongst the sheltering women. Moving through the now underground settlement, Link is greeted with suspicion and novelty to the sheltered children who have not seen men before, and he’s treated as a presumed threat for his proximity. Gerudo Town previously rejected essentialist logics like the idea men are inherently dangerous to women — which undergirds real-world transphobia — but here it simply invokes such beliefs in much less humorous tones than it did even in Vilia’s quest.
And outside of town, a Hylian man mentions to Link that he’s looking for a black market armor shop that sells voe (Gerudo for “man”) armor. The change transforms queer materials into something more like cultural tchotchkes, further denying the queer subtext of trans masculinity and furthering the sense of Orientalism pervading the Gerudo. |
26631 | How queerness became calamity in Tears of the Kingdom
Link must again infiltrate their sanctum (now an underground bunker), but this time he is welcomed as a man amongst the sheltering women. Moving through the now underground settlement, Link is greeted with suspicion and novelty to the sheltered children who have not seen men before, and he’s treated as a presumed threat for his proximity. Gerudo Town previously rejected essentialist logics like the idea men are inherently dangerous to women — which undergirds real-world transphobia — but here it simply invokes such beliefs in much less humorous tones than it did even in Vilia’s quest.
And outside of town, a Hylian man mentions to Link that he’s looking for a black market armor shop that sells voe (Gerudo for “man”) armor. The change transforms queer materials into something more like cultural tchotchkes, further denying the queer subtext of trans masculinity and furthering the sense of Orientalism pervading the Gerudo.
Tears of the Kingdom does introduce new armor sets that can play with expression, but none are explicitly feminine. |
26632 | How queerness became calamity in Tears of the Kingdom
Moving through the now underground settlement, Link is greeted with suspicion and novelty to the sheltered children who have not seen men before, and he’s treated as a presumed threat for his proximity. Gerudo Town previously rejected essentialist logics like the idea men are inherently dangerous to women — which undergirds real-world transphobia — but here it simply invokes such beliefs in much less humorous tones than it did even in Vilia’s quest.
And outside of town, a Hylian man mentions to Link that he’s looking for a black market armor shop that sells voe (Gerudo for “man”) armor. The change transforms queer materials into something more like cultural tchotchkes, further denying the queer subtext of trans masculinity and furthering the sense of Orientalism pervading the Gerudo.
Tears of the Kingdom does introduce new armor sets that can play with expression, but none are explicitly feminine. Most are Zonai in origin, a fictional ancient culture that borrows heavily from pan-Mesoamerican and Egyptian imagery. |
26633 | How queerness became calamity in Tears of the Kingdom
Gerudo Town previously rejected essentialist logics like the idea men are inherently dangerous to women — which undergirds real-world transphobia — but here it simply invokes such beliefs in much less humorous tones than it did even in Vilia’s quest.
And outside of town, a Hylian man mentions to Link that he’s looking for a black market armor shop that sells voe (Gerudo for “man”) armor. The change transforms queer materials into something more like cultural tchotchkes, further denying the queer subtext of trans masculinity and furthering the sense of Orientalism pervading the Gerudo.
Tears of the Kingdom does introduce new armor sets that can play with expression, but none are explicitly feminine. Most are Zonai in origin, a fictional ancient culture that borrows heavily from pan-Mesoamerican and Egyptian imagery. As such, it’s hard to read their skirts and body paint as feminine when these were features of masculine presentation to their cultures. |
26634 | How queerness became calamity in Tears of the Kingdom
And outside of town, a Hylian man mentions to Link that he’s looking for a black market armor shop that sells voe (Gerudo for “man”) armor. The change transforms queer materials into something more like cultural tchotchkes, further denying the queer subtext of trans masculinity and furthering the sense of Orientalism pervading the Gerudo.
Tears of the Kingdom does introduce new armor sets that can play with expression, but none are explicitly feminine. Most are Zonai in origin, a fictional ancient culture that borrows heavily from pan-Mesoamerican and Egyptian imagery. As such, it’s hard to read their skirts and body paint as feminine when these were features of masculine presentation to their cultures. I guess there is the one-off Cece’s Hat, designed by a Hylian in Hateno, but it lacks a matching set of top and bottoms. So, there’s nothing really replacing the gender nonconformity that the vai armor introduced in Breath of the Wild. |
26635 | How queerness became calamity in Tears of the Kingdom
The change transforms queer materials into something more like cultural tchotchkes, further denying the queer subtext of trans masculinity and furthering the sense of Orientalism pervading the Gerudo.
Tears of the Kingdom does introduce new armor sets that can play with expression, but none are explicitly feminine. Most are Zonai in origin, a fictional ancient culture that borrows heavily from pan-Mesoamerican and Egyptian imagery. As such, it’s hard to read their skirts and body paint as feminine when these were features of masculine presentation to their cultures. I guess there is the one-off Cece’s Hat, designed by a Hylian in Hateno, but it lacks a matching set of top and bottoms. So, there’s nothing really replacing the gender nonconformity that the vai armor introduced in Breath of the Wild. But this would perhaps be less notable if Link’s gender presentation wasn’t so ridiculed across Hyrule.
What pervades the land in place of calamity is not the evil of Ganon, but of gender deviance. |
26636 | How queerness became calamity in Tears of the Kingdom
Tears of the Kingdom does introduce new armor sets that can play with expression, but none are explicitly feminine. Most are Zonai in origin, a fictional ancient culture that borrows heavily from pan-Mesoamerican and Egyptian imagery. As such, it’s hard to read their skirts and body paint as feminine when these were features of masculine presentation to their cultures. I guess there is the one-off Cece’s Hat, designed by a Hylian in Hateno, but it lacks a matching set of top and bottoms. So, there’s nothing really replacing the gender nonconformity that the vai armor introduced in Breath of the Wild. But this would perhaps be less notable if Link’s gender presentation wasn’t so ridiculed across Hyrule.
What pervades the land in place of calamity is not the evil of Ganon, but of gender deviance. In Tears of the Kingdom, characters often make jokes emasculating Link. |
26637 | How queerness became calamity in Tears of the Kingdom
Tears of the Kingdom does introduce new armor sets that can play with expression, but none are explicitly feminine. Most are Zonai in origin, a fictional ancient culture that borrows heavily from pan-Mesoamerican and Egyptian imagery. As such, it’s hard to read their skirts and body paint as feminine when these were features of masculine presentation to their cultures. I guess there is the one-off Cece’s Hat, designed by a Hylian in Hateno, but it lacks a matching set of top and bottoms. So, there’s nothing really replacing the gender nonconformity that the vai armor introduced in Breath of the Wild. But this would perhaps be less notable if Link’s gender presentation wasn’t so ridiculed across Hyrule.
What pervades the land in place of calamity is not the evil of Ganon, but of gender deviance. In Tears of the Kingdom, characters often make jokes emasculating Link. At one stable, a Lurelin refugee laughs at the notion that “a skinny little guy” might attempt to rescue his village, while a Gerudo pilgrim jokes with Link that he couldn’t possibly be her destined lover. |
26638 | How queerness became calamity in Tears of the Kingdom
As such, it’s hard to read their skirts and body paint as feminine when these were features of masculine presentation to their cultures. I guess there is the one-off Cece’s Hat, designed by a Hylian in Hateno, but it lacks a matching set of top and bottoms. So, there’s nothing really replacing the gender nonconformity that the vai armor introduced in Breath of the Wild. But this would perhaps be less notable if Link’s gender presentation wasn’t so ridiculed across Hyrule.
What pervades the land in place of calamity is not the evil of Ganon, but of gender deviance. In Tears of the Kingdom, characters often make jokes emasculating Link. At one stable, a Lurelin refugee laughs at the notion that “a skinny little guy” might attempt to rescue his village, while a Gerudo pilgrim jokes with Link that he couldn’t possibly be her destined lover. More than one Gerudo remarks on his short stature, while others reject the notion he may be the famed hero of time because he’s so short. |
26639 | How queerness became calamity in Tears of the Kingdom
I guess there is the one-off Cece’s Hat, designed by a Hylian in Hateno, but it lacks a matching set of top and bottoms. So, there’s nothing really replacing the gender nonconformity that the vai armor introduced in Breath of the Wild. But this would perhaps be less notable if Link’s gender presentation wasn’t so ridiculed across Hyrule.
What pervades the land in place of calamity is not the evil of Ganon, but of gender deviance. In Tears of the Kingdom, characters often make jokes emasculating Link. At one stable, a Lurelin refugee laughs at the notion that “a skinny little guy” might attempt to rescue his village, while a Gerudo pilgrim jokes with Link that he couldn’t possibly be her destined lover. More than one Gerudo remarks on his short stature, while others reject the notion he may be the famed hero of time because he’s so short. The Great Fairy Mija, however fond of him, describes Link as “a slim little lad” in what is framed as a backhanded compliment. |
26640 | How queerness became calamity in Tears of the Kingdom
So, there’s nothing really replacing the gender nonconformity that the vai armor introduced in Breath of the Wild. But this would perhaps be less notable if Link’s gender presentation wasn’t so ridiculed across Hyrule.
What pervades the land in place of calamity is not the evil of Ganon, but of gender deviance. In Tears of the Kingdom, characters often make jokes emasculating Link. At one stable, a Lurelin refugee laughs at the notion that “a skinny little guy” might attempt to rescue his village, while a Gerudo pilgrim jokes with Link that he couldn’t possibly be her destined lover. More than one Gerudo remarks on his short stature, while others reject the notion he may be the famed hero of time because he’s so short. The Great Fairy Mija, however fond of him, describes Link as “a slim little lad” in what is framed as a backhanded compliment. These comments envelop Hyrule with gendered expectations, much like gendered beauty standards and social norms do in our own world. |
26641 | How queerness became calamity in Tears of the Kingdom
But this would perhaps be less notable if Link’s gender presentation wasn’t so ridiculed across Hyrule.
What pervades the land in place of calamity is not the evil of Ganon, but of gender deviance. In Tears of the Kingdom, characters often make jokes emasculating Link. At one stable, a Lurelin refugee laughs at the notion that “a skinny little guy” might attempt to rescue his village, while a Gerudo pilgrim jokes with Link that he couldn’t possibly be her destined lover. More than one Gerudo remarks on his short stature, while others reject the notion he may be the famed hero of time because he’s so short. The Great Fairy Mija, however fond of him, describes Link as “a slim little lad” in what is framed as a backhanded compliment. These comments envelop Hyrule with gendered expectations, much like gendered beauty standards and social norms do in our own world.
It turns out queer joy was only accepted in the empty, unstructured wilds of a Hyrule beholden to calamity. |
26642 | How queerness became calamity in Tears of the Kingdom
In Tears of the Kingdom, characters often make jokes emasculating Link. At one stable, a Lurelin refugee laughs at the notion that “a skinny little guy” might attempt to rescue his village, while a Gerudo pilgrim jokes with Link that he couldn’t possibly be her destined lover. More than one Gerudo remarks on his short stature, while others reject the notion he may be the famed hero of time because he’s so short. The Great Fairy Mija, however fond of him, describes Link as “a slim little lad” in what is framed as a backhanded compliment. These comments envelop Hyrule with gendered expectations, much like gendered beauty standards and social norms do in our own world.
It turns out queer joy was only accepted in the empty, unstructured wilds of a Hyrule beholden to calamity. But in a world that has been filled by side quests and the new settlements of a monarchy reborn, there is no need for a hero who wears a skirt like a girl. |
26643 | How queerness became calamity in Tears of the Kingdom
At one stable, a Lurelin refugee laughs at the notion that “a skinny little guy” might attempt to rescue his village, while a Gerudo pilgrim jokes with Link that he couldn’t possibly be her destined lover. More than one Gerudo remarks on his short stature, while others reject the notion he may be the famed hero of time because he’s so short. The Great Fairy Mija, however fond of him, describes Link as “a slim little lad” in what is framed as a backhanded compliment. These comments envelop Hyrule with gendered expectations, much like gendered beauty standards and social norms do in our own world.
It turns out queer joy was only accepted in the empty, unstructured wilds of a Hyrule beholden to calamity. But in a world that has been filled by side quests and the new settlements of a monarchy reborn, there is no need for a hero who wears a skirt like a girl. Tears of the Kingdom presents a Hyrule where the Triforce rests not in the trinity of the spiritual aspects of Power, Courage, and Wisdom, but instead in the gender binary. |
26644 | 5 myths about ketamine, the drug tied to Matthew Perry's death, according to doctors
After Matthew Perry’s cause of death was listed as "acute effects of ketamine" on Friday, experts are speaking out about misconceptions surrounding the drug.
(Other conditions that contributed to Perry's death, according to the autopsy report, included "coronary artery disease [and] buprenorphrine effects." Also, "prescription medications and loose pills" were found at the residence, the report said.)
Ketamine is primarily used as an anesthetic during surgical procedures — but in recent years it's been used as a remedy for treatment-resistant depression .
WHAT IS KETAMINE, THE DRUG THAT KILLED MATTHEW PERRY ON OCTOBER 28?
The Alcohol and Drug Foundation (ADF) describes ketamine as a "dissociative drug," which means it causes people to feel "separated or detached" from their bodies or physical surroundings.
While it is also used illegally as a recreational drug , experts say ketamine is generally not dangerous when used as prescribed. |
26645 | 5 myths about ketamine, the drug tied to Matthew Perry's death, according to doctors
(Other conditions that contributed to Perry's death, according to the autopsy report, included "coronary artery disease [and] buprenorphrine effects." Also, "prescription medications and loose pills" were found at the residence, the report said.)
Ketamine is primarily used as an anesthetic during surgical procedures — but in recent years it's been used as a remedy for treatment-resistant depression .
WHAT IS KETAMINE, THE DRUG THAT KILLED MATTHEW PERRY ON OCTOBER 28?
The Alcohol and Drug Foundation (ADF) describes ketamine as a "dissociative drug," which means it causes people to feel "separated or detached" from their bodies or physical surroundings.
While it is also used illegally as a recreational drug , experts say ketamine is generally not dangerous when used as prescribed.
"The concentration of ketamine found in Matthew Perry’s blood was sufficient to cause loss of consciousness and lack of responsiveness to external stimulation," Lewis Nelson, chair of the Department of Emergency Medicine and chief of medical toxicology at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, said in a statement provided to Fox News Digital. |
26646 | 5 myths about ketamine, the drug tied to Matthew Perry's death, according to doctors
Also, "prescription medications and loose pills" were found at the residence, the report said.)
Ketamine is primarily used as an anesthetic during surgical procedures — but in recent years it's been used as a remedy for treatment-resistant depression .
WHAT IS KETAMINE, THE DRUG THAT KILLED MATTHEW PERRY ON OCTOBER 28?
The Alcohol and Drug Foundation (ADF) describes ketamine as a "dissociative drug," which means it causes people to feel "separated or detached" from their bodies or physical surroundings.
While it is also used illegally as a recreational drug , experts say ketamine is generally not dangerous when used as prescribed.
"The concentration of ketamine found in Matthew Perry’s blood was sufficient to cause loss of consciousness and lack of responsiveness to external stimulation," Lewis Nelson, chair of the Department of Emergency Medicine and chief of medical toxicology at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, said in a statement provided to Fox News Digital.
"This explains why he slipped under the water and did not awaken. |
26647 | 5 myths about ketamine, the drug tied to Matthew Perry's death, according to doctors
Ketamine is primarily used as an anesthetic during surgical procedures — but in recent years it's been used as a remedy for treatment-resistant depression .
WHAT IS KETAMINE, THE DRUG THAT KILLED MATTHEW PERRY ON OCTOBER 28?
The Alcohol and Drug Foundation (ADF) describes ketamine as a "dissociative drug," which means it causes people to feel "separated or detached" from their bodies or physical surroundings.
While it is also used illegally as a recreational drug , experts say ketamine is generally not dangerous when used as prescribed.
"The concentration of ketamine found in Matthew Perry’s blood was sufficient to cause loss of consciousness and lack of responsiveness to external stimulation," Lewis Nelson, chair of the Department of Emergency Medicine and chief of medical toxicology at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, said in a statement provided to Fox News Digital.
"This explains why he slipped under the water and did not awaken. Ketamine does not generally cause death from cardiac or respiratory effects, but rather from associated injury." |
26648 | 5 myths about ketamine, the drug tied to Matthew Perry's death, according to doctors
WHAT IS KETAMINE, THE DRUG THAT KILLED MATTHEW PERRY ON OCTOBER 28?
The Alcohol and Drug Foundation (ADF) describes ketamine as a "dissociative drug," which means it causes people to feel "separated or detached" from their bodies or physical surroundings.
While it is also used illegally as a recreational drug , experts say ketamine is generally not dangerous when used as prescribed.
"The concentration of ketamine found in Matthew Perry’s blood was sufficient to cause loss of consciousness and lack of responsiveness to external stimulation," Lewis Nelson, chair of the Department of Emergency Medicine and chief of medical toxicology at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, said in a statement provided to Fox News Digital.
"This explains why he slipped under the water and did not awaken. Ketamine does not generally cause death from cardiac or respiratory effects, but rather from associated injury."
MATTHEW PERRY CAUSE OF DEATH LISTED AS 'ACUTE EFFECTS OF KETAMINE'
Dr. |
26649 | 5 myths about ketamine, the drug tied to Matthew Perry's death, according to doctors
The Alcohol and Drug Foundation (ADF) describes ketamine as a "dissociative drug," which means it causes people to feel "separated or detached" from their bodies or physical surroundings.
While it is also used illegally as a recreational drug , experts say ketamine is generally not dangerous when used as prescribed.
"The concentration of ketamine found in Matthew Perry’s blood was sufficient to cause loss of consciousness and lack of responsiveness to external stimulation," Lewis Nelson, chair of the Department of Emergency Medicine and chief of medical toxicology at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, said in a statement provided to Fox News Digital.
"This explains why he slipped under the water and did not awaken. Ketamine does not generally cause death from cardiac or respiratory effects, but rather from associated injury."
MATTHEW PERRY CAUSE OF DEATH LISTED AS 'ACUTE EFFECTS OF KETAMINE'
Dr. Bankole Johnson, CEO and founder of Casa Privée in Miami , a concierge medical facility, offers ketamine infusion therapy to help patients manage various conditions. |
26650 | 5 myths about ketamine, the drug tied to Matthew Perry's death, according to doctors
While it is also used illegally as a recreational drug , experts say ketamine is generally not dangerous when used as prescribed.
"The concentration of ketamine found in Matthew Perry’s blood was sufficient to cause loss of consciousness and lack of responsiveness to external stimulation," Lewis Nelson, chair of the Department of Emergency Medicine and chief of medical toxicology at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, said in a statement provided to Fox News Digital.
"This explains why he slipped under the water and did not awaken. Ketamine does not generally cause death from cardiac or respiratory effects, but rather from associated injury."
MATTHEW PERRY CAUSE OF DEATH LISTED AS 'ACUTE EFFECTS OF KETAMINE'
Dr. Bankole Johnson, CEO and founder of Casa Privée in Miami , a concierge medical facility, offers ketamine infusion therapy to help patients manage various conditions.
He told Fox News Digital that in his opinion, Perry’s death likely was linked to recreational ketamine use, although he did not treat or examine the actor. |
26651 | 5 myths about ketamine, the drug tied to Matthew Perry's death, according to doctors
"The concentration of ketamine found in Matthew Perry’s blood was sufficient to cause loss of consciousness and lack of responsiveness to external stimulation," Lewis Nelson, chair of the Department of Emergency Medicine and chief of medical toxicology at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, said in a statement provided to Fox News Digital.
"This explains why he slipped under the water and did not awaken. Ketamine does not generally cause death from cardiac or respiratory effects, but rather from associated injury."
MATTHEW PERRY CAUSE OF DEATH LISTED AS 'ACUTE EFFECTS OF KETAMINE'
Dr. Bankole Johnson, CEO and founder of Casa Privée in Miami , a concierge medical facility, offers ketamine infusion therapy to help patients manage various conditions.
He told Fox News Digital that in his opinion, Perry’s death likely was linked to recreational ketamine use, although he did not treat or examine the actor.
Experts shared with Fox News Digital the following common myths and misconceptions about the drug.
Myth No. |
26652 | 5 myths about ketamine, the drug tied to Matthew Perry's death, according to doctors
"This explains why he slipped under the water and did not awaken. Ketamine does not generally cause death from cardiac or respiratory effects, but rather from associated injury."
MATTHEW PERRY CAUSE OF DEATH LISTED AS 'ACUTE EFFECTS OF KETAMINE'
Dr. Bankole Johnson, CEO and founder of Casa Privée in Miami , a concierge medical facility, offers ketamine infusion therapy to help patients manage various conditions.
He told Fox News Digital that in his opinion, Perry’s death likely was linked to recreational ketamine use, although he did not treat or examine the actor.
Experts shared with Fox News Digital the following common myths and misconceptions about the drug.
Myth No. 1: Ketamine is a new treatment
In reality, the drug has been used for depression, post-traumatic stress disorder and pain for more than 10 years, according to Dr. Patrick Sullivan, medical director of Initia Nova Medical Solutions in New Jersey . |
26653 | 5 myths about ketamine, the drug tied to Matthew Perry's death, according to doctors
Ketamine does not generally cause death from cardiac or respiratory effects, but rather from associated injury."
MATTHEW PERRY CAUSE OF DEATH LISTED AS 'ACUTE EFFECTS OF KETAMINE'
Dr. Bankole Johnson, CEO and founder of Casa Privée in Miami , a concierge medical facility, offers ketamine infusion therapy to help patients manage various conditions.
He told Fox News Digital that in his opinion, Perry’s death likely was linked to recreational ketamine use, although he did not treat or examine the actor.
Experts shared with Fox News Digital the following common myths and misconceptions about the drug.
Myth No. 1: Ketamine is a new treatment
In reality, the drug has been used for depression, post-traumatic stress disorder and pain for more than 10 years, according to Dr. Patrick Sullivan, medical director of Initia Nova Medical Solutions in New Jersey .
The FDA approved ketamine for anesthesia in both humans and animals since 1970, the doctor noted. |
26654 | 5 myths about ketamine, the drug tied to Matthew Perry's death, according to doctors
MATTHEW PERRY CAUSE OF DEATH LISTED AS 'ACUTE EFFECTS OF KETAMINE'
Dr. Bankole Johnson, CEO and founder of Casa Privée in Miami , a concierge medical facility, offers ketamine infusion therapy to help patients manage various conditions.
He told Fox News Digital that in his opinion, Perry’s death likely was linked to recreational ketamine use, although he did not treat or examine the actor.
Experts shared with Fox News Digital the following common myths and misconceptions about the drug.
Myth No. 1: Ketamine is a new treatment
In reality, the drug has been used for depression, post-traumatic stress disorder and pain for more than 10 years, according to Dr. Patrick Sullivan, medical director of Initia Nova Medical Solutions in New Jersey .
The FDA approved ketamine for anesthesia in both humans and animals since 1970, the doctor noted.
After successful clinical trials , the FDA approved the drug in 2019 as a medication for treatment-resistant depression. |
26655 | 5 myths about ketamine, the drug tied to Matthew Perry's death, according to doctors
Bankole Johnson, CEO and founder of Casa Privée in Miami , a concierge medical facility, offers ketamine infusion therapy to help patients manage various conditions.
He told Fox News Digital that in his opinion, Perry’s death likely was linked to recreational ketamine use, although he did not treat or examine the actor.
Experts shared with Fox News Digital the following common myths and misconceptions about the drug.
Myth No. 1: Ketamine is a new treatment
In reality, the drug has been used for depression, post-traumatic stress disorder and pain for more than 10 years, according to Dr. Patrick Sullivan, medical director of Initia Nova Medical Solutions in New Jersey .
The FDA approved ketamine for anesthesia in both humans and animals since 1970, the doctor noted.
After successful clinical trials , the FDA approved the drug in 2019 as a medication for treatment-resistant depression.
OZEMPIC AND WEGOVY WEIGHT LOSS DRUGS COULD HELP REDUCE ALCOHOL USE DISORDER SYMPTOMS, STUDY SUGGESTS
"There are hundreds of studies showing it to be safe and effective in the outpatient setting," Sullivan told Fox News Digital. |
26656 | 5 myths about ketamine, the drug tied to Matthew Perry's death, according to doctors
Experts shared with Fox News Digital the following common myths and misconceptions about the drug.
Myth No. 1: Ketamine is a new treatment
In reality, the drug has been used for depression, post-traumatic stress disorder and pain for more than 10 years, according to Dr. Patrick Sullivan, medical director of Initia Nova Medical Solutions in New Jersey .
The FDA approved ketamine for anesthesia in both humans and animals since 1970, the doctor noted.
After successful clinical trials , the FDA approved the drug in 2019 as a medication for treatment-resistant depression.
OZEMPIC AND WEGOVY WEIGHT LOSS DRUGS COULD HELP REDUCE ALCOHOL USE DISORDER SYMPTOMS, STUDY SUGGESTS
"There are hundreds of studies showing it to be safe and effective in the outpatient setting," Sullivan told Fox News Digital.
Myth No. |
26657 | 5 myths about ketamine, the drug tied to Matthew Perry's death, according to doctors
Experts shared with Fox News Digital the following common myths and misconceptions about the drug.
Myth No. 1: Ketamine is a new treatment
In reality, the drug has been used for depression, post-traumatic stress disorder and pain for more than 10 years, according to Dr. Patrick Sullivan, medical director of Initia Nova Medical Solutions in New Jersey .
The FDA approved ketamine for anesthesia in both humans and animals since 1970, the doctor noted.
After successful clinical trials , the FDA approved the drug in 2019 as a medication for treatment-resistant depression.
OZEMPIC AND WEGOVY WEIGHT LOSS DRUGS COULD HELP REDUCE ALCOHOL USE DISORDER SYMPTOMS, STUDY SUGGESTS
"There are hundreds of studies showing it to be safe and effective in the outpatient setting," Sullivan told Fox News Digital.
Myth No. 2: Ketamine is powerfully addictive
Ketamine is "legally recognized as having the potential for abuse and for both psychological and physical dependence," according to the American Addiction Centers website. |
26658 | 5 myths about ketamine, the drug tied to Matthew Perry's death, according to doctors
Patrick Sullivan, medical director of Initia Nova Medical Solutions in New Jersey .
The FDA approved ketamine for anesthesia in both humans and animals since 1970, the doctor noted.
After successful clinical trials , the FDA approved the drug in 2019 as a medication for treatment-resistant depression.
OZEMPIC AND WEGOVY WEIGHT LOSS DRUGS COULD HELP REDUCE ALCOHOL USE DISORDER SYMPTOMS, STUDY SUGGESTS
"There are hundreds of studies showing it to be safe and effective in the outpatient setting," Sullivan told Fox News Digital.
Myth No. 2: Ketamine is powerfully addictive
Ketamine is "legally recognized as having the potential for abuse and for both psychological and physical dependence," according to the American Addiction Centers website.
Johnson, however, noted that ketamine is a "moderately addictive substance."
He told Fox News Digital, "Even long-term users typically only develop a behavioral or psychological dependence. |
26659 | 5 myths about ketamine, the drug tied to Matthew Perry's death, according to doctors
The FDA approved ketamine for anesthesia in both humans and animals since 1970, the doctor noted.
After successful clinical trials , the FDA approved the drug in 2019 as a medication for treatment-resistant depression.
OZEMPIC AND WEGOVY WEIGHT LOSS DRUGS COULD HELP REDUCE ALCOHOL USE DISORDER SYMPTOMS, STUDY SUGGESTS
"There are hundreds of studies showing it to be safe and effective in the outpatient setting," Sullivan told Fox News Digital.
Myth No. 2: Ketamine is powerfully addictive
Ketamine is "legally recognized as having the potential for abuse and for both psychological and physical dependence," according to the American Addiction Centers website.
Johnson, however, noted that ketamine is a "moderately addictive substance."
He told Fox News Digital, "Even long-term users typically only develop a behavioral or psychological dependence. Physical dependence can occur, but usually the withdrawal signs are mild to moderate."
Dr. |
26660 | 5 myths about ketamine, the drug tied to Matthew Perry's death, according to doctors
After successful clinical trials , the FDA approved the drug in 2019 as a medication for treatment-resistant depression.
OZEMPIC AND WEGOVY WEIGHT LOSS DRUGS COULD HELP REDUCE ALCOHOL USE DISORDER SYMPTOMS, STUDY SUGGESTS
"There are hundreds of studies showing it to be safe and effective in the outpatient setting," Sullivan told Fox News Digital.
Myth No. 2: Ketamine is powerfully addictive
Ketamine is "legally recognized as having the potential for abuse and for both psychological and physical dependence," according to the American Addiction Centers website.
Johnson, however, noted that ketamine is a "moderately addictive substance."
He told Fox News Digital, "Even long-term users typically only develop a behavioral or psychological dependence. Physical dependence can occur, but usually the withdrawal signs are mild to moderate."
Dr. Sandhya Prashad, president of the American Society Of Ketamine Physicians, Psychotherapists and Practitioners (ASKP3) in Florida, said there is "an extremely low risk of addiction, craving or withdrawal" when ketamine is used in low doses in a monitored clinical setting. |
26661 | 5 myths about ketamine, the drug tied to Matthew Perry's death, according to doctors
Myth No. 2: Ketamine is powerfully addictive
Ketamine is "legally recognized as having the potential for abuse and for both psychological and physical dependence," according to the American Addiction Centers website.
Johnson, however, noted that ketamine is a "moderately addictive substance."
He told Fox News Digital, "Even long-term users typically only develop a behavioral or psychological dependence. Physical dependence can occur, but usually the withdrawal signs are mild to moderate."
Dr. Sandhya Prashad, president of the American Society Of Ketamine Physicians, Psychotherapists and Practitioners (ASKP3) in Florida, said there is "an extremely low risk of addiction, craving or withdrawal" when ketamine is used in low doses in a monitored clinical setting.
"Abuse of ketamine occurs when it is self-administered in high or frequent doses without supervision or monitoring, which leads to addiction ," she told Fox News Digital. |
26662 | 5 myths about ketamine, the drug tied to Matthew Perry's death, according to doctors
Myth No. 2: Ketamine is powerfully addictive
Ketamine is "legally recognized as having the potential for abuse and for both psychological and physical dependence," according to the American Addiction Centers website.
Johnson, however, noted that ketamine is a "moderately addictive substance."
He told Fox News Digital, "Even long-term users typically only develop a behavioral or psychological dependence. Physical dependence can occur, but usually the withdrawal signs are mild to moderate."
Dr. Sandhya Prashad, president of the American Society Of Ketamine Physicians, Psychotherapists and Practitioners (ASKP3) in Florida, said there is "an extremely low risk of addiction, craving or withdrawal" when ketamine is used in low doses in a monitored clinical setting.
"Abuse of ketamine occurs when it is self-administered in high or frequent doses without supervision or monitoring, which leads to addiction ," she told Fox News Digital.
Myth No 3: Ketamine can be self-prescribed and purchased online
Ketamine should only be obtained and administered by a licensed and experienced medical doctor, Johnson said. |
26663 | 5 myths about ketamine, the drug tied to Matthew Perry's death, according to doctors
Johnson, however, noted that ketamine is a "moderately addictive substance."
He told Fox News Digital, "Even long-term users typically only develop a behavioral or psychological dependence. Physical dependence can occur, but usually the withdrawal signs are mild to moderate."
Dr. Sandhya Prashad, president of the American Society Of Ketamine Physicians, Psychotherapists and Practitioners (ASKP3) in Florida, said there is "an extremely low risk of addiction, craving or withdrawal" when ketamine is used in low doses in a monitored clinical setting.
"Abuse of ketamine occurs when it is self-administered in high or frequent doses without supervision or monitoring, which leads to addiction ," she told Fox News Digital.
Myth No 3: Ketamine can be self-prescribed and purchased online
Ketamine should only be obtained and administered by a licensed and experienced medical doctor, Johnson said.
"To use ketamine, it is important to establish a clear diagnosis of severe depression or anxiety and/or post-traumatic stress disorder," he told Fox News Digital. |
26664 | 5 myths about ketamine, the drug tied to Matthew Perry's death, according to doctors
Physical dependence can occur, but usually the withdrawal signs are mild to moderate."
Dr. Sandhya Prashad, president of the American Society Of Ketamine Physicians, Psychotherapists and Practitioners (ASKP3) in Florida, said there is "an extremely low risk of addiction, craving or withdrawal" when ketamine is used in low doses in a monitored clinical setting.
"Abuse of ketamine occurs when it is self-administered in high or frequent doses without supervision or monitoring, which leads to addiction ," she told Fox News Digital.
Myth No 3: Ketamine can be self-prescribed and purchased online
Ketamine should only be obtained and administered by a licensed and experienced medical doctor, Johnson said.
"To use ketamine, it is important to establish a clear diagnosis of severe depression or anxiety and/or post-traumatic stress disorder," he told Fox News Digital. "This requires an expert and cannot be self-diagnosed properly." |
26665 | 5 myths about ketamine, the drug tied to Matthew Perry's death, according to doctors
Physical dependence can occur, but usually the withdrawal signs are mild to moderate."
Dr. Sandhya Prashad, president of the American Society Of Ketamine Physicians, Psychotherapists and Practitioners (ASKP3) in Florida, said there is "an extremely low risk of addiction, craving or withdrawal" when ketamine is used in low doses in a monitored clinical setting.
"Abuse of ketamine occurs when it is self-administered in high or frequent doses without supervision or monitoring, which leads to addiction ," she told Fox News Digital.
Myth No 3: Ketamine can be self-prescribed and purchased online
Ketamine should only be obtained and administered by a licensed and experienced medical doctor, Johnson said.
"To use ketamine, it is important to establish a clear diagnosis of severe depression or anxiety and/or post-traumatic stress disorder," he told Fox News Digital. "This requires an expert and cannot be self-diagnosed properly."
"Abuse of ketamine occurs when it is self-administered in high or frequent doses without supervision or monitoring, which leads to addiction." |
26666 | 5 myths about ketamine, the drug tied to Matthew Perry's death, according to doctors
"Abuse of ketamine occurs when it is self-administered in high or frequent doses without supervision or monitoring, which leads to addiction ," she told Fox News Digital.
Myth No 3: Ketamine can be self-prescribed and purchased online
Ketamine should only be obtained and administered by a licensed and experienced medical doctor, Johnson said.
"To use ketamine, it is important to establish a clear diagnosis of severe depression or anxiety and/or post-traumatic stress disorder," he told Fox News Digital. "This requires an expert and cannot be self-diagnosed properly."
"Abuse of ketamine occurs when it is self-administered in high or frequent doses without supervision or monitoring, which leads to addiction."
Those who think they may benefit from ketamine treatment should consult a doctor, Johnson advised.
"Ketamine is generally safe when administered by trained health professionals in a medical setting," Johnson said.
"In those settings, it is best delivered by the IV route, where the dose can be calculated accurately." |
26667 | 5 myths about ketamine, the drug tied to Matthew Perry's death, according to doctors
Myth No 3: Ketamine can be self-prescribed and purchased online
Ketamine should only be obtained and administered by a licensed and experienced medical doctor, Johnson said.
"To use ketamine, it is important to establish a clear diagnosis of severe depression or anxiety and/or post-traumatic stress disorder," he told Fox News Digital. "This requires an expert and cannot be self-diagnosed properly."
"Abuse of ketamine occurs when it is self-administered in high or frequent doses without supervision or monitoring, which leads to addiction."
Those who think they may benefit from ketamine treatment should consult a doctor, Johnson advised.
"Ketamine is generally safe when administered by trained health professionals in a medical setting," Johnson said.
"In those settings, it is best delivered by the IV route, where the dose can be calculated accurately."
When purchasing ketamine outside a doctor’s prescription, there is also the risk of receiving a tainted product, experts warned. |
26668 | 5 myths about ketamine, the drug tied to Matthew Perry's death, according to doctors
Myth No 3: Ketamine can be self-prescribed and purchased online
Ketamine should only be obtained and administered by a licensed and experienced medical doctor, Johnson said.
"To use ketamine, it is important to establish a clear diagnosis of severe depression or anxiety and/or post-traumatic stress disorder," he told Fox News Digital. "This requires an expert and cannot be self-diagnosed properly."
"Abuse of ketamine occurs when it is self-administered in high or frequent doses without supervision or monitoring, which leads to addiction."
Those who think they may benefit from ketamine treatment should consult a doctor, Johnson advised.
"Ketamine is generally safe when administered by trained health professionals in a medical setting," Johnson said.
"In those settings, it is best delivered by the IV route, where the dose can be calculated accurately."
When purchasing ketamine outside a doctor’s prescription, there is also the risk of receiving a tainted product, experts warned. While people might assume they're purchasing straight ketamine, the drug is often mixed with stimulants like cocaine or phencyclidine (PCP), Johnson noted. |
26669 | 5 myths about ketamine, the drug tied to Matthew Perry's death, according to doctors
"To use ketamine, it is important to establish a clear diagnosis of severe depression or anxiety and/or post-traumatic stress disorder," he told Fox News Digital. "This requires an expert and cannot be self-diagnosed properly."
"Abuse of ketamine occurs when it is self-administered in high or frequent doses without supervision or monitoring, which leads to addiction."
Those who think they may benefit from ketamine treatment should consult a doctor, Johnson advised.
"Ketamine is generally safe when administered by trained health professionals in a medical setting," Johnson said.
"In those settings, it is best delivered by the IV route, where the dose can be calculated accurately."
When purchasing ketamine outside a doctor’s prescription, there is also the risk of receiving a tainted product, experts warned. While people might assume they're purchasing straight ketamine, the drug is often mixed with stimulants like cocaine or phencyclidine (PCP), Johnson noted.
ULTRAPROCESSED FOODS WITH ‘FEEL-GOOD CHEMICALS’ COULD BE AS ADDICTIVE AS CIGARETTES AND DRUGS, STUDY SUGGESTS
"These can produce strong cardiac effects of a very high blood pressure and pulse, and can lead to serious medical complications," he said. |
26670 | 5 myths about ketamine, the drug tied to Matthew Perry's death, according to doctors
Those who think they may benefit from ketamine treatment should consult a doctor, Johnson advised.
"Ketamine is generally safe when administered by trained health professionals in a medical setting," Johnson said.
"In those settings, it is best delivered by the IV route, where the dose can be calculated accurately."
When purchasing ketamine outside a doctor’s prescription, there is also the risk of receiving a tainted product, experts warned. While people might assume they're purchasing straight ketamine, the drug is often mixed with stimulants like cocaine or phencyclidine (PCP), Johnson noted.
ULTRAPROCESSED FOODS WITH ‘FEEL-GOOD CHEMICALS’ COULD BE AS ADDICTIVE AS CIGARETTES AND DRUGS, STUDY SUGGESTS
"These can produce strong cardiac effects of a very high blood pressure and pulse, and can lead to serious medical complications," he said.
Myth No. |
26671 | 5 myths about ketamine, the drug tied to Matthew Perry's death, according to doctors
Those who think they may benefit from ketamine treatment should consult a doctor, Johnson advised.
"Ketamine is generally safe when administered by trained health professionals in a medical setting," Johnson said.
"In those settings, it is best delivered by the IV route, where the dose can be calculated accurately."
When purchasing ketamine outside a doctor’s prescription, there is also the risk of receiving a tainted product, experts warned. While people might assume they're purchasing straight ketamine, the drug is often mixed with stimulants like cocaine or phencyclidine (PCP), Johnson noted.
ULTRAPROCESSED FOODS WITH ‘FEEL-GOOD CHEMICALS’ COULD BE AS ADDICTIVE AS CIGARETTES AND DRUGS, STUDY SUGGESTS
"These can produce strong cardiac effects of a very high blood pressure and pulse, and can lead to serious medical complications," he said.
Myth No. 4: Intranasal or micro-dosing is safe for recreational use
While using small doses of ketamine may seem safer than the larger doses given via IV, Johnson warned that when this drug is self-administered, there is a danger of exceeding safe limits. |
26672 | 5 myths about ketamine, the drug tied to Matthew Perry's death, according to doctors
When purchasing ketamine outside a doctor’s prescription, there is also the risk of receiving a tainted product, experts warned. While people might assume they're purchasing straight ketamine, the drug is often mixed with stimulants like cocaine or phencyclidine (PCP), Johnson noted.
ULTRAPROCESSED FOODS WITH ‘FEEL-GOOD CHEMICALS’ COULD BE AS ADDICTIVE AS CIGARETTES AND DRUGS, STUDY SUGGESTS
"These can produce strong cardiac effects of a very high blood pressure and pulse, and can lead to serious medical complications," he said.
Myth No. 4: Intranasal or micro-dosing is safe for recreational use
While using small doses of ketamine may seem safer than the larger doses given via IV, Johnson warned that when this drug is self-administered, there is a danger of exceeding safe limits.
"The total cumulative dose could end up being higher than a standard dose of a medically administered intravenous dose," he told Fox News Digital. |
26673 | 5 myths about ketamine, the drug tied to Matthew Perry's death, according to doctors
While people might assume they're purchasing straight ketamine, the drug is often mixed with stimulants like cocaine or phencyclidine (PCP), Johnson noted.
ULTRAPROCESSED FOODS WITH ‘FEEL-GOOD CHEMICALS’ COULD BE AS ADDICTIVE AS CIGARETTES AND DRUGS, STUDY SUGGESTS
"These can produce strong cardiac effects of a very high blood pressure and pulse, and can lead to serious medical complications," he said.
Myth No. 4: Intranasal or micro-dosing is safe for recreational use
While using small doses of ketamine may seem safer than the larger doses given via IV, Johnson warned that when this drug is self-administered, there is a danger of exceeding safe limits.
"The total cumulative dose could end up being higher than a standard dose of a medically administered intravenous dose," he told Fox News Digital.
Intranasal use can also lead to "more aggressive drug-seeking" behaviors, Johnson warned, as the "high" of taking the ketamine is paired with cues in the user’s environment — which are not present in a medical office. |
26674 | 5 myths about ketamine, the drug tied to Matthew Perry's death, according to doctors
Myth No. 4: Intranasal or micro-dosing is safe for recreational use
While using small doses of ketamine may seem safer than the larger doses given via IV, Johnson warned that when this drug is self-administered, there is a danger of exceeding safe limits.
"The total cumulative dose could end up being higher than a standard dose of a medically administered intravenous dose," he told Fox News Digital.
Intranasal use can also lead to "more aggressive drug-seeking" behaviors, Johnson warned, as the "high" of taking the ketamine is paired with cues in the user’s environment — which are not present in a medical office.
Like other medications, such as opiates or benzodiazepines, ketamine has the potential to be abused, Sullivan agreed.
"Ketamine should only be used within the confines of a close relationship between a patient and an experienced prescriber," he said, citing the position reaffirmed by ASKP3.
Myth No. |
26675 | 5 myths about ketamine, the drug tied to Matthew Perry's death, according to doctors
4: Intranasal or micro-dosing is safe for recreational use
While using small doses of ketamine may seem safer than the larger doses given via IV, Johnson warned that when this drug is self-administered, there is a danger of exceeding safe limits.
"The total cumulative dose could end up being higher than a standard dose of a medically administered intravenous dose," he told Fox News Digital.
Intranasal use can also lead to "more aggressive drug-seeking" behaviors, Johnson warned, as the "high" of taking the ketamine is paired with cues in the user’s environment — which are not present in a medical office.
Like other medications, such as opiates or benzodiazepines, ketamine has the potential to be abused, Sullivan agreed.
"Ketamine should only be used within the confines of a close relationship between a patient and an experienced prescriber," he said, citing the position reaffirmed by ASKP3.
Myth No. 5: It’s hard to kick the habit
"Weaning off ketamine is typically not too difficult, as the medicine has a half-life of three to four hours, and most is eliminated by the body in a single day," said Johnson. |
26676 | 5 myths about ketamine, the drug tied to Matthew Perry's death, according to doctors
"The total cumulative dose could end up being higher than a standard dose of a medically administered intravenous dose," he told Fox News Digital.
Intranasal use can also lead to "more aggressive drug-seeking" behaviors, Johnson warned, as the "high" of taking the ketamine is paired with cues in the user’s environment — which are not present in a medical office.
Like other medications, such as opiates or benzodiazepines, ketamine has the potential to be abused, Sullivan agreed.
"Ketamine should only be used within the confines of a close relationship between a patient and an experienced prescriber," he said, citing the position reaffirmed by ASKP3.
Myth No. 5: It’s hard to kick the habit
"Weaning off ketamine is typically not too difficult, as the medicine has a half-life of three to four hours, and most is eliminated by the body in a single day," said Johnson.
"Ketamine should only be used within the confines of a close relationship between a patient and an experienced prescriber." |
26677 | 5 myths about ketamine, the drug tied to Matthew Perry's death, according to doctors
Intranasal use can also lead to "more aggressive drug-seeking" behaviors, Johnson warned, as the "high" of taking the ketamine is paired with cues in the user’s environment — which are not present in a medical office.
Like other medications, such as opiates or benzodiazepines, ketamine has the potential to be abused, Sullivan agreed.
"Ketamine should only be used within the confines of a close relationship between a patient and an experienced prescriber," he said, citing the position reaffirmed by ASKP3.
Myth No. 5: It’s hard to kick the habit
"Weaning off ketamine is typically not too difficult, as the medicine has a half-life of three to four hours, and most is eliminated by the body in a single day," said Johnson.
"Ketamine should only be used within the confines of a close relationship between a patient and an experienced prescriber."
Gradual dose titrations of ketamine — in which the amounts are slowly increased or decreased — are recommended for starting and stopping the medication, the expert noted. |
26678 | 5 myths about ketamine, the drug tied to Matthew Perry's death, according to doctors
Like other medications, such as opiates or benzodiazepines, ketamine has the potential to be abused, Sullivan agreed.
"Ketamine should only be used within the confines of a close relationship between a patient and an experienced prescriber," he said, citing the position reaffirmed by ASKP3.
Myth No. 5: It’s hard to kick the habit
"Weaning off ketamine is typically not too difficult, as the medicine has a half-life of three to four hours, and most is eliminated by the body in a single day," said Johnson.
"Ketamine should only be used within the confines of a close relationship between a patient and an experienced prescriber."
Gradual dose titrations of ketamine — in which the amounts are slowly increased or decreased — are recommended for starting and stopping the medication, the expert noted.
When ketamine becomes dangerous
Ketamine can become dangerous in a few ways, according to experts. |
26679 | 5 myths about ketamine, the drug tied to Matthew Perry's death, according to doctors
Like other medications, such as opiates or benzodiazepines, ketamine has the potential to be abused, Sullivan agreed.
"Ketamine should only be used within the confines of a close relationship between a patient and an experienced prescriber," he said, citing the position reaffirmed by ASKP3.
Myth No. 5: It’s hard to kick the habit
"Weaning off ketamine is typically not too difficult, as the medicine has a half-life of three to four hours, and most is eliminated by the body in a single day," said Johnson.
"Ketamine should only be used within the confines of a close relationship between a patient and an experienced prescriber."
Gradual dose titrations of ketamine — in which the amounts are slowly increased or decreased — are recommended for starting and stopping the medication, the expert noted.
When ketamine becomes dangerous
Ketamine can become dangerous in a few ways, according to experts.
"First, if a patient has access to use it at home for pain or mood, this can increase the likelihood of developing a physical or psychological dependence," Sullivan told Fox News Digital. |
26680 | 5 myths about ketamine, the drug tied to Matthew Perry's death, according to doctors
Myth No. 5: It’s hard to kick the habit
"Weaning off ketamine is typically not too difficult, as the medicine has a half-life of three to four hours, and most is eliminated by the body in a single day," said Johnson.
"Ketamine should only be used within the confines of a close relationship between a patient and an experienced prescriber."
Gradual dose titrations of ketamine — in which the amounts are slowly increased or decreased — are recommended for starting and stopping the medication, the expert noted.
When ketamine becomes dangerous
Ketamine can become dangerous in a few ways, according to experts.
"First, if a patient has access to use it at home for pain or mood, this can increase the likelihood of developing a physical or psychological dependence," Sullivan told Fox News Digital.
Experts recommend that home use of ketamine is only prescribed for select patients — who should be closely monitored with regular face-to-face office visits. |
26681 | 5 myths about ketamine, the drug tied to Matthew Perry's death, according to doctors
Myth No. 5: It’s hard to kick the habit
"Weaning off ketamine is typically not too difficult, as the medicine has a half-life of three to four hours, and most is eliminated by the body in a single day," said Johnson.
"Ketamine should only be used within the confines of a close relationship between a patient and an experienced prescriber."
Gradual dose titrations of ketamine — in which the amounts are slowly increased or decreased — are recommended for starting and stopping the medication, the expert noted.
When ketamine becomes dangerous
Ketamine can become dangerous in a few ways, according to experts.
"First, if a patient has access to use it at home for pain or mood, this can increase the likelihood of developing a physical or psychological dependence," Sullivan told Fox News Digital.
Experts recommend that home use of ketamine is only prescribed for select patients — who should be closely monitored with regular face-to-face office visits.
"Another way it can become dangerous is if a patient uses too large of a dose in an unsupervised setting, where they may put themselves at risk for accidents, such as falls or drownings," said Sullivan. |
26682 | 5 myths about ketamine, the drug tied to Matthew Perry's death, according to doctors
"Ketamine should only be used within the confines of a close relationship between a patient and an experienced prescriber."
Gradual dose titrations of ketamine — in which the amounts are slowly increased or decreased — are recommended for starting and stopping the medication, the expert noted.
When ketamine becomes dangerous
Ketamine can become dangerous in a few ways, according to experts.
"First, if a patient has access to use it at home for pain or mood, this can increase the likelihood of developing a physical or psychological dependence," Sullivan told Fox News Digital.
Experts recommend that home use of ketamine is only prescribed for select patients — who should be closely monitored with regular face-to-face office visits.
"Another way it can become dangerous is if a patient uses too large of a dose in an unsupervised setting, where they may put themselves at risk for accidents, such as falls or drownings," said Sullivan.
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Mixing ketamine with other medicines can also be dangerous, Johnson warned. |
26683 | 5 myths about ketamine, the drug tied to Matthew Perry's death, according to doctors
Gradual dose titrations of ketamine — in which the amounts are slowly increased or decreased — are recommended for starting and stopping the medication, the expert noted.
When ketamine becomes dangerous
Ketamine can become dangerous in a few ways, according to experts.
"First, if a patient has access to use it at home for pain or mood, this can increase the likelihood of developing a physical or psychological dependence," Sullivan told Fox News Digital.
Experts recommend that home use of ketamine is only prescribed for select patients — who should be closely monitored with regular face-to-face office visits.
"Another way it can become dangerous is if a patient uses too large of a dose in an unsupervised setting, where they may put themselves at risk for accidents, such as falls or drownings," said Sullivan.
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Mixing ketamine with other medicines can also be dangerous, Johnson warned.
For example, when mixed with opiates, it can have a stronger sedative effect, and combining ketamine with stimulants can worsen cardiovascular effects, he said. |
26684 | 5 myths about ketamine, the drug tied to Matthew Perry's death, according to doctors
When ketamine becomes dangerous
Ketamine can become dangerous in a few ways, according to experts.
"First, if a patient has access to use it at home for pain or mood, this can increase the likelihood of developing a physical or psychological dependence," Sullivan told Fox News Digital.
Experts recommend that home use of ketamine is only prescribed for select patients — who should be closely monitored with regular face-to-face office visits.
"Another way it can become dangerous is if a patient uses too large of a dose in an unsupervised setting, where they may put themselves at risk for accidents, such as falls or drownings," said Sullivan.
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Mixing ketamine with other medicines can also be dangerous, Johnson warned.
For example, when mixed with opiates, it can have a stronger sedative effect, and combining ketamine with stimulants can worsen cardiovascular effects, he said.
In particular, ketamine mixed with buprenorphine can enhance sedation and lead to unresponsiveness, said Johnson. |
26685 | 5 myths about ketamine, the drug tied to Matthew Perry's death, according to doctors
"First, if a patient has access to use it at home for pain or mood, this can increase the likelihood of developing a physical or psychological dependence," Sullivan told Fox News Digital.
Experts recommend that home use of ketamine is only prescribed for select patients — who should be closely monitored with regular face-to-face office visits.
"Another way it can become dangerous is if a patient uses too large of a dose in an unsupervised setting, where they may put themselves at risk for accidents, such as falls or drownings," said Sullivan.
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Mixing ketamine with other medicines can also be dangerous, Johnson warned.
For example, when mixed with opiates, it can have a stronger sedative effect, and combining ketamine with stimulants can worsen cardiovascular effects, he said.
In particular, ketamine mixed with buprenorphine can enhance sedation and lead to unresponsiveness, said Johnson.
Buprenorphine, a drug that is prescribed to treat opioid use disorder , was in Perry’s system at the time of his death. |
26686 | 5 myths about ketamine, the drug tied to Matthew Perry's death, according to doctors
Experts recommend that home use of ketamine is only prescribed for select patients — who should be closely monitored with regular face-to-face office visits.
"Another way it can become dangerous is if a patient uses too large of a dose in an unsupervised setting, where they may put themselves at risk for accidents, such as falls or drownings," said Sullivan.
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Mixing ketamine with other medicines can also be dangerous, Johnson warned.
For example, when mixed with opiates, it can have a stronger sedative effect, and combining ketamine with stimulants can worsen cardiovascular effects, he said.
In particular, ketamine mixed with buprenorphine can enhance sedation and lead to unresponsiveness, said Johnson.
Buprenorphine, a drug that is prescribed to treat opioid use disorder , was in Perry’s system at the time of his death.
Guidelines to be published soon
ASKP3 announced that it will soon publish guidelines for safe use of the drug. |
26687 | 5 myths about ketamine, the drug tied to Matthew Perry's death, according to doctors
"Another way it can become dangerous is if a patient uses too large of a dose in an unsupervised setting, where they may put themselves at risk for accidents, such as falls or drownings," said Sullivan.
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Mixing ketamine with other medicines can also be dangerous, Johnson warned.
For example, when mixed with opiates, it can have a stronger sedative effect, and combining ketamine with stimulants can worsen cardiovascular effects, he said.
In particular, ketamine mixed with buprenorphine can enhance sedation and lead to unresponsiveness, said Johnson.
Buprenorphine, a drug that is prescribed to treat opioid use disorder , was in Perry’s system at the time of his death.
Guidelines to be published soon
ASKP3 announced that it will soon publish guidelines for safe use of the drug.
"In the wake of Matthew Perry’s autopsy report, we are committed to creating and publishing guidelines for at-home ketamine use, which should only be practiced with a very specific patient profile and only in the context of a close relationship with a physician and in-office follow-up," the organization said in a released statement. |
26688 | 5 myths about ketamine, the drug tied to Matthew Perry's death, according to doctors
For example, when mixed with opiates, it can have a stronger sedative effect, and combining ketamine with stimulants can worsen cardiovascular effects, he said.
In particular, ketamine mixed with buprenorphine can enhance sedation and lead to unresponsiveness, said Johnson.
Buprenorphine, a drug that is prescribed to treat opioid use disorder , was in Perry’s system at the time of his death.
Guidelines to be published soon
ASKP3 announced that it will soon publish guidelines for safe use of the drug.
"In the wake of Matthew Perry’s autopsy report, we are committed to creating and publishing guidelines for at-home ketamine use, which should only be practiced with a very specific patient profile and only in the context of a close relationship with a physician and in-office follow-up," the organization said in a released statement.
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It is important for people to recognize the distinction between different uses of the drug, according to Prashad. |
26689 | 5 myths about ketamine, the drug tied to Matthew Perry's death, according to doctors
In particular, ketamine mixed with buprenorphine can enhance sedation and lead to unresponsiveness, said Johnson.
Buprenorphine, a drug that is prescribed to treat opioid use disorder , was in Perry’s system at the time of his death.
Guidelines to be published soon
ASKP3 announced that it will soon publish guidelines for safe use of the drug.
"In the wake of Matthew Perry’s autopsy report, we are committed to creating and publishing guidelines for at-home ketamine use, which should only be practiced with a very specific patient profile and only in the context of a close relationship with a physician and in-office follow-up," the organization said in a released statement.
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It is important for people to recognize the distinction between different uses of the drug, according to Prashad.
"In reality, the ways in which ketamine is used for anesthesia versus depression versus abuse are all very different in terms of dosage and frequency." |
26690 | Cavefish provide clues to the keto diet’s effect on autism-like behavior
When thinking about treatments for conditions like autism spectrum disorder, diet is likely not high on the list. But clues from an eyeless species of cave-dwelling fish point to a link between a trendy weight loss diet, the brain, social behavior, and autism.
The ketogenic diet is designed to induce a physiological state called ketosis. This happens when the body no longer has enough carbohydrates to burn for energy and switches to fat as an energy source. Breaking down fat for energy produces a group of molecules called ketones, which travel throughout the body.
High in protein and fat but low in carbs, the ketogenic diet is popular for its weight loss effects but also appears to have some neuroprotective and anti-inflammatory effects too. Children with epilepsy are sometimes placed on this diet because it helps reduce the frequency of seizures.
The exact mechanism behind these neurological effects is still a mystery and there have been reports of long-term side effects in people trying the diet outside of clinical settings. |
26691 | Cavefish provide clues to the keto diet’s effect on autism-like behavior
When thinking about treatments for conditions like autism spectrum disorder, diet is likely not high on the list. But clues from an eyeless species of cave-dwelling fish point to a link between a trendy weight loss diet, the brain, social behavior, and autism.
The ketogenic diet is designed to induce a physiological state called ketosis. This happens when the body no longer has enough carbohydrates to burn for energy and switches to fat as an energy source. Breaking down fat for energy produces a group of molecules called ketones, which travel throughout the body.
High in protein and fat but low in carbs, the ketogenic diet is popular for its weight loss effects but also appears to have some neuroprotective and anti-inflammatory effects too. Children with epilepsy are sometimes placed on this diet because it helps reduce the frequency of seizures.
The exact mechanism behind these neurological effects is still a mystery and there have been reports of long-term side effects in people trying the diet outside of clinical settings. But experiments published in BMC Biology with the Mexican cavefish, Astyanax mexicanus, may help reveal the link between diet and the brain. |
26692 | Cavefish provide clues to the keto diet’s effect on autism-like behavior
The ketogenic diet is designed to induce a physiological state called ketosis. This happens when the body no longer has enough carbohydrates to burn for energy and switches to fat as an energy source. Breaking down fat for energy produces a group of molecules called ketones, which travel throughout the body.
High in protein and fat but low in carbs, the ketogenic diet is popular for its weight loss effects but also appears to have some neuroprotective and anti-inflammatory effects too. Children with epilepsy are sometimes placed on this diet because it helps reduce the frequency of seizures.
The exact mechanism behind these neurological effects is still a mystery and there have been reports of long-term side effects in people trying the diet outside of clinical settings. But experiments published in BMC Biology with the Mexican cavefish, Astyanax mexicanus, may help reveal the link between diet and the brain.
Cavefish, an unexpected research model
For Masato Yoshizawa, geneticist and neuroscientist at the School of Life Sciences at The University of Hawai‘i Mānoa, the cavefish is a fascinating model system. |
26693 | Cavefish provide clues to the keto diet’s effect on autism-like behavior
Breaking down fat for energy produces a group of molecules called ketones, which travel throughout the body.
High in protein and fat but low in carbs, the ketogenic diet is popular for its weight loss effects but also appears to have some neuroprotective and anti-inflammatory effects too. Children with epilepsy are sometimes placed on this diet because it helps reduce the frequency of seizures.
The exact mechanism behind these neurological effects is still a mystery and there have been reports of long-term side effects in people trying the diet outside of clinical settings. But experiments published in BMC Biology with the Mexican cavefish, Astyanax mexicanus, may help reveal the link between diet and the brain.
Cavefish, an unexpected research model
For Masato Yoshizawa, geneticist and neuroscientist at the School of Life Sciences at The University of Hawai‘i Mānoa, the cavefish is a fascinating model system. While these fish have unique adaptions for the harsh, lightless living conditions of limestone caves in northern Mexico — such as the loss of their eyes — they also share several basic features with vertebrates, making experimental results with these fish applicable to other species. |
26694 | Cavefish provide clues to the keto diet’s effect on autism-like behavior
Children with epilepsy are sometimes placed on this diet because it helps reduce the frequency of seizures.
The exact mechanism behind these neurological effects is still a mystery and there have been reports of long-term side effects in people trying the diet outside of clinical settings. But experiments published in BMC Biology with the Mexican cavefish, Astyanax mexicanus, may help reveal the link between diet and the brain.
Cavefish, an unexpected research model
For Masato Yoshizawa, geneticist and neuroscientist at the School of Life Sciences at The University of Hawai‘i Mānoa, the cavefish is a fascinating model system. While these fish have unique adaptions for the harsh, lightless living conditions of limestone caves in northern Mexico — such as the loss of their eyes — they also share several basic features with vertebrates, making experimental results with these fish applicable to other species. These features include the brain region involved in memory and emotion, as well as many genes and the signalling pathways used to control them. |
26695 | Cavefish provide clues to the keto diet’s effect on autism-like behavior
The exact mechanism behind these neurological effects is still a mystery and there have been reports of long-term side effects in people trying the diet outside of clinical settings. But experiments published in BMC Biology with the Mexican cavefish, Astyanax mexicanus, may help reveal the link between diet and the brain.
Cavefish, an unexpected research model
For Masato Yoshizawa, geneticist and neuroscientist at the School of Life Sciences at The University of Hawai‘i Mānoa, the cavefish is a fascinating model system. While these fish have unique adaptions for the harsh, lightless living conditions of limestone caves in northern Mexico — such as the loss of their eyes — they also share several basic features with vertebrates, making experimental results with these fish applicable to other species. These features include the brain region involved in memory and emotion, as well as many genes and the signalling pathways used to control them.
Humans and other vertebrates have more complexity in these systems, and experiments with the cavefish offer a way to strip it away to investigate fundamental questions of biology. |
26696 | Cavefish provide clues to the keto diet’s effect on autism-like behavior
But experiments published in BMC Biology with the Mexican cavefish, Astyanax mexicanus, may help reveal the link between diet and the brain.
Cavefish, an unexpected research model
For Masato Yoshizawa, geneticist and neuroscientist at the School of Life Sciences at The University of Hawai‘i Mānoa, the cavefish is a fascinating model system. While these fish have unique adaptions for the harsh, lightless living conditions of limestone caves in northern Mexico — such as the loss of their eyes — they also share several basic features with vertebrates, making experimental results with these fish applicable to other species. These features include the brain region involved in memory and emotion, as well as many genes and the signalling pathways used to control them.
Humans and other vertebrates have more complexity in these systems, and experiments with the cavefish offer a way to strip it away to investigate fundamental questions of biology. While working with cavefish, Yoshizawa noticed similarities in their behavior and that of patients with autism. |
26697 | Cavefish provide clues to the keto diet’s effect on autism-like behavior
Cavefish, an unexpected research model
For Masato Yoshizawa, geneticist and neuroscientist at the School of Life Sciences at The University of Hawai‘i Mānoa, the cavefish is a fascinating model system. While these fish have unique adaptions for the harsh, lightless living conditions of limestone caves in northern Mexico — such as the loss of their eyes — they also share several basic features with vertebrates, making experimental results with these fish applicable to other species. These features include the brain region involved in memory and emotion, as well as many genes and the signalling pathways used to control them.
Humans and other vertebrates have more complexity in these systems, and experiments with the cavefish offer a way to strip it away to investigate fundamental questions of biology. While working with cavefish, Yoshizawa noticed similarities in their behavior and that of patients with autism. The fish avoid their peers and engage in repetitive behavior, such as swimming in circles. |
26698 | Cavefish provide clues to the keto diet’s effect on autism-like behavior
Cavefish, an unexpected research model
For Masato Yoshizawa, geneticist and neuroscientist at the School of Life Sciences at The University of Hawai‘i Mānoa, the cavefish is a fascinating model system. While these fish have unique adaptions for the harsh, lightless living conditions of limestone caves in northern Mexico — such as the loss of their eyes — they also share several basic features with vertebrates, making experimental results with these fish applicable to other species. These features include the brain region involved in memory and emotion, as well as many genes and the signalling pathways used to control them.
Humans and other vertebrates have more complexity in these systems, and experiments with the cavefish offer a way to strip it away to investigate fundamental questions of biology. While working with cavefish, Yoshizawa noticed similarities in their behavior and that of patients with autism. The fish avoid their peers and engage in repetitive behavior, such as swimming in circles.
“Many people first doubted that the fish have an autism-like state; I also doubted it at first,” said Yoshizawa. |
26699 | Cavefish provide clues to the keto diet’s effect on autism-like behavior
While these fish have unique adaptions for the harsh, lightless living conditions of limestone caves in northern Mexico — such as the loss of their eyes — they also share several basic features with vertebrates, making experimental results with these fish applicable to other species. These features include the brain region involved in memory and emotion, as well as many genes and the signalling pathways used to control them.
Humans and other vertebrates have more complexity in these systems, and experiments with the cavefish offer a way to strip it away to investigate fundamental questions of biology. While working with cavefish, Yoshizawa noticed similarities in their behavior and that of patients with autism. The fish avoid their peers and engage in repetitive behavior, such as swimming in circles.
“Many people first doubted that the fish have an autism-like state; I also doubted it at first,” said Yoshizawa. But as he soon found out, even patterns of gene regulation resembled autistic patients. |
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