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rTMS vs ECT: Choosing the Best Treatment for Depression
Two cutting-edge, scientifically supported treatments for depression are rTMS and ECT, particularly for patients that don't improve with medicine or psychotherapy. Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation or rTMS, is a non-invasive technique that stimulates particular brain regions associated with mood control using magnetic pulses without the need for anesthesia. For severe, treatment-resistant, or life-threatening depression, electroconvulsive therapy or ECT, is a more rigorous treatment administered under anesthesia. The intensity of symptoms, medical history and clinical objectives all play a role in the decision between rTMS and ECT. A psychiatrist assesses each patient to offer the safest and most effective alternative for recovery and better quality of life.
