October 23, 2023
Updated on September 18, 2024 Major depressive disorder (MDD) affects more than 16 million adults in the United States (1). Standard therapies for major depression include antidepressant medications and talk therapy. However, many patients don’t find relief from depressive symptoms with traditional treatments such as pharmaceuticals—this is referred to as…
October 16, 2023
Published: October 16, 2023 Updated: September 11, 2024 Neurostimulation—a type of therapy that uses electricity to stimulate brain activity—has gained prominence in psychiatry for its potential to treat a range of mental health conditions. Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) and transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) are two kinds of non-invasive neurostimulation…
September 25, 2023
Published: September 25, 2023 Updated: September 18, 2024 The field of mental health treatment is constantly evolving and adopting new therapies based on emerging research and evidence. In this article, we will compare two therapies that are gaining in popularity as alternative treatments for depression and other mood disorders: ketamine…
September 18, 2023
Published on September 18, 2023 … Updated on April 30, 2024 Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) and electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) are two different mental health therapies that have garnered attention for their effectiveness in treating mood disorders, especially major depressive disorder (MDD). Because both therapies use electric pulses to activate the…
August 21, 2023
Although it is normal to experience anxiety occasionally, frequent or constant feelings of anxiety can be a sign that someone has an anxiety disorder and should seek medical treatment. Talk therapy and anti-anxiety medications are typically used to treat anxiety, but if they are ineffective, then transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS)…
August 7, 2023
TMS, meaning Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, is a noninvasive form of therapy used to treat a range of mental health conditions, notably depression, anxiety, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and borderline personality disorder (BPD). The FDA has approved the marketing of TMS for the treatment of major depressive disorder…
July 31, 2023
Whether due to pressure from work or a difficult life situation, sometimes we can feel stuck in a routine that’s not good for our mental health. The new experiences offered by travel can be a great way to break a negative pattern or find some relief from the triggers of…
July 24, 2023
Depression can affect anyone, at any time, but for some of us, a low mood with depressive symptoms tends to coincide with specific times of the year. This is related to what is known as seasonal affective disorder (SAD), a condition that affects, on average, 5% of the US population…
July 17, 2023
Transmagnetic stimulation therapy (TMS) is an FDA approved treatment option for depression and other mental health disorders. Recent studies consistently show TMS to be an effective treatment for major depressive disorder (MDD), anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), borderline personality disorder, and attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), as well as other phenomena such…
July 10, 2023
For many people, summer comes with the promise of vacations, travel, family reunions, or relaxation. However, not everyone experiences these emotions when the season comes around. In fact, taking care of our mental health in the summer is just as important as any other time of year. What Is Seasonal…
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