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Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation (tDCS) of Left Dorsolateral Prefrontal Cortex Seems Effective for Depression & Anxiety (2024 Review)

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Transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) targeting the left dorsolateral prefrontal cortex (DLPFC) at 2-mA intensity effectively alleviates depressive symptoms and shows promise in reducing anxiety symptoms across various clinical conditions. Highlights: tDCS targeting the left DLPFC significantly reduces depressive symptoms, highlighting it as a transdiagnostic neural mechanism across diverse clinical conditions. The meta-analysis showed that …

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rTMS of Left Dorsolateral Prefrontal Cortex (DL-PFC) May Treat Methamphetamine Addiction via Altering Cravings & Decision Making (2024 Study)

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Repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) on the left dorsolateral prefrontal cortex (dlPFC) improves decision-making and reduces cravings in individuals with methamphetamine use disorder (MUD). Highlights: Improved Decision-Making: rTMS treatment enhanced decision-making abilities in MUD patients, making their choices more rational and similar to healthy individuals. Craving Reduction: Participants experienced a significant decrease in cravings for …

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TMS is Effective But Underutilized for Major Depression vs. Standard of Care (2024 Study)

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Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) is underutilized in treating major depressive disorder (MDD) despite showing significant clinical benefits, with barriers including insurance coverage and limited access. Highlights: Study Scope: Analyzed real-world data from a large, multi-site psychiatric practice to evaluate TMS utilization and outcomes compared to usual care (UC) for patients with MDD. Patient Cohorts: Among …

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Transcranial Alternating Current Stimulation (TACS) for Depression: Effective Adjunct via Reducing Prefrontal Alpha Waves (2024 Trial)

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Adding transcranial alternating current stimulation (tACS) to antidepressant treatment improves depression symptoms more effectively than using antidepressants alone. Highlights: Enhanced Efficacy: tACS combined with antidepressants significantly reduces depression symptoms compared to antidepressant treatment alone. Lasting Effects: The additional antidepressant benefits of tACS persist for at least 4 weeks after treatment ends. Brain Activity Changes: Patients …

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rTMS Improves Blood Biomarkers (BDNF, GDNF, Thiol, S100B) in Depression (2024 Study)

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Repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) therapy improves key biochemical markers in major depressive disorder (MDD) patients, indicating its effectiveness as an antidepressant treatment. Highlights: Improved Antioxidant Levels: rTMS therapy significantly increased total antioxidant status (TAS), total thiol (TT), and native thiol (NT) levels in MDD patients compared to their levels before treatment. Reduced Oxidative Stress: …

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Alpha Closed-Loop Auditory Stimulation Increases Alpha Brain Waves & Alters Sleep (2024 Study)

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TLDR: A new method using sound to influence brain waves can help manage brain activity and affect how we fall asleep. Highlights: How It Works: This method, called Alpha Closed-Loop Auditory Stimulation (αCLAS), uses sound pulses timed precisely to brain waves to change brain activity. Phase Matters: The timing of the sound pulses is crucial; …

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Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) for Cognitive Enhancement: What the Research Suggests

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Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) is emerging as a revolutionary tool in enhancing cognitive functions, with over sixty studies indicating significant improvements in various tasks. Unlike traditional pharmaceutical approaches, TMS offers a non-invasive alternative to modulate brain activity, potentially benefiting healthy individuals and those with neurological conditions. Key Facts: Over 60 Studies Show TMS Enhancement: Research …

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Neurofeedback for Cognitive Enhancement & Neuroplasticity?

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Neurofeedback is a promising technique that allows people to voluntarily control their own brain activity with the goal of improving cognitive functions or relieving symptoms. Key Facts: Neurofeedback provides real-time feedback on brain activity, allowing a person to learn to control activity in specific brain regions. It has shown clinical benefits for disorders like ADHD, …

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Continuous Theta Burst Stimulation (cTBS) Ineffective for Depression? (New Meta-Analysis Reports No Benefit)

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A new meta-analysis found that continuous theta burst stimulation (cTBS), a novel form of brain stimulation therapy, does not appear to be more effective than sham (placebo) stimulation for treating symptoms of major depression. Key Facts: cTBS is a type of repetitive transcranial magnetic brain stimulation that aims to modulate activity in certain brain regions …

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Evaluating At-Home TDCS for Depression (HomeDC Trial)

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An innovative study aims to assess the feasibility of patients self-managing transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) therapy for depression at home. This digitally-supported model could greatly expand access if proven safe, reliable and effective. Key Facts: tDCS uses scalp electrodes to deliver targeted electrical currents modulating brain activity Applied to prefrontal cortex, tDCS can have …

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