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TMS (Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation) Side Effects & Adverse Reactions (List)

TMS (Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation) is a neurostimulation technique that uses magnetic field generators (in the form of coils) to emit targeted electrical currents that stimulate the cortex.  TMS is believed to improve neurological functioning via stimulating activity in hypoactive regions of the brain that are contributing to a particular pathology.  For example, individuals with depression …

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Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) For Depression: An Effective Treatment?

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), depression is projected to become the number one global disease burden by 2030.  Present-day statistics suggest that depression affects over 350 million people worldwide.  Among those who are depressed, seeking professional psychiatric treatment is often helpful. An estimated 66% of all individuals who seek treatment are able to …

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