Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) has increasingly been considered as an investigational treatment for adolescents with depression who do not respond to standard treatment modalities such as cognitive behavioral therapy and antidepressants.
Treatment with TMS involves the stimulation of cortical neurons with magnetic pulses and is now widely available as a clinical treatment for adults. Current FDA cleared TMS treatments involve 5 daily treatments per week, for 4–6 weeks.
TMS is a non-invasive treatment option for treatment resistant depression making it a popular option for parents with adolescents and teens who struggle with depression and anxiety. In most cases, it doesn’t cause any major side-effects and your child can return to school or their normal activities immediately after treatment.
