Elon MuskAn iconic figure in the business and technology world, he has been the subject of controversy due to his sometimes unpredictable behavior and bold focus on innovation. A recent report suggests that this behavior could be linked to an increase in personal ketamine use.
Ketamine is a drug that Musk has previously promoted as alternative to antidepressantsaccording to the report of The Daily Beast.
According to sources close to Musk, cited by The New Yorker, his personal use of ketamine has increased in recent times, which could be influencing his erratic behavior, especially since he took over Twitter, now X.
What do the experts think?
Amit Anand, a leading ketamine researcher, explained that “a little bit of ketamine has a similar effect to alcohol: it can cause disinhibition, where you do and say things you wouldn’t otherwise do”.
In addition, Anand added that people under the influence of ketamine they might feel overconfident and have special abilitieswhich could lead to impulsive decisions and ill-advised behavior.
The report also highlights that Musk appears to have become more isolated in his approach and personal relationships. His relationship with the press and certain members of the public has become tense and combative, a source told The New Yorker: “His life just sucks. It’s so stressful. He is so dedicated to these companies. He goes to sleep and wakes up answering emails. Ninety-nine percent of people will never meet someone so obsessed.”.
The use of ketamine, a drug with anesthetic and hallucinogenic properties, for recreational or self-medication purposes, presents potential risks to mental health and emotional well-being. While Musk has advocated its use in the past, it is important to recognize that unsupervised use and inadequate doses can have significant adverse effects on cognitive and emotional functioning.