Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) therapy is one of the newest and most effective treatments for major depression, especially treatment-resistant depression. This article reviews recent research that supports Stanford’s revolutionary approach, which may improve the effectiveness and accessibility of TMS for depression.
Read MoreMany people are not told what to expect when prescribed an antidepressant medication. Basic information, such as the dosing range, the goal of treatment, how side effects can be overcome and how long to stay on the medication, is frequently left out of a clinical encounter. This article outlines a methodical approach to antidepressant treatment for depression.
Read MoreMany people with longstanding depression believe that they have tried every treatment out there. A detailed review of their history often reveals that they are mistaken and that there are several strategies that they have never tried. This article addresses what information is needed to make a well-informed decision about what treatment to try next and how a history of past treatments combined with a strategic, methodical approach can open up options to newer and potentially more effective treatments.
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