Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation

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    • Introduced in 1985Society for Neuroscience: Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation
    • Less likely to cause seizures than electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)New York Post: Stimulating Happiness (October 28, 2008)
    • Possible treatment option for those who are immune to popular medications
    • Done on outpatient basis in clinic or university running trialsMayo Clinic: What You Can Expect
    • May not be covered by insurance
    • Generally painless, though jaw and facial muscles may contract during treatmentMayo Clinic: What You Can Expect
    • Session lasts about 30 to 40 minutes
    • May require at least two weeks of treatment to be effectiveNAMI: Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation
  • Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, or TMS, is a new medical therapy designed to treat severe depression. Less invasive than prior depression treatments, TMS uses magnetic waves that penetrate the skull to stimulate the happiness sectors of the brain. Although the procedure looks promising, doctors warn that FDA testing may be flawed due to irregularities during lab experimentation.New York Post: Stimulating Happiness (October 28, 2008)
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