Unveiling the Tragic Link: Matthew Perry's Ketamine-Related Demise

The cause of death for actor Matthew Perry has been revealed as the acute effects of ketamine, according to the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner's Office. Ketamine is used both recreationally and therapeutically for mental illnesses like depression and anxiety. Perry's death was also attributed to drowning, coronary artery disease, and the effects of buprenorphine, used to treat opioid use disorder. Ketamine therapy has shown promise in treating depression and anxiety by boosting feel-good chemicals and forming new pathways in the brain. Perry, known for his role in "Friends," had been open about his struggles with addiction and had a desire to help others in their sobriety journey.