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A new blood test is the first objective scientific way to diagnose major depression in adults, a new study claims.The test measures the levels of nine genetic indicators (known as “RNA markers”) in the blood.

Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) is an effective and safe acute treatment for patients not benefiting from antidepressant pharmacotherapy. Few studies have examined its longer term durability. This study assessed the long-term effectiveness of TMS in

On Star Trek, it is easy to take for granted the incredible ability of futuristic doctors to wave small devices over the heads of both humans and aliens, diagnose their problems through evaluating changes in

An estimated 16 million people in this country are treated for depression every year.  That number doesn’t count people who haven’t yet sought help.  In many cases, medication is an effective way to get some

CenterPointe Hospital announces the addition of NeuroStar TMS Therapy services to its comprehensive treatment options for individuals with depression. The hospital is proud to join other providers nationwide that document patients currently benefitting from this

A machine that sends magnetic pulses into a patient's brain has become the new frontier of depression treatment, promising to ease symptoms for those who have found little relief from medication or talk therapy.

For many people suffering depression, antidepressant medications provide sufficient relief. But up to 50 percent of those diagnosed with major depressive disorder (MDD) will not respond to these drugs.

Neurostimulation is a modulation of the central or peripheral nervous system by electrical or magnetic impulses. This is commonly used in neurosurgery and neurology for a variety of applications, including pain management, hearing and visual

Kimberly Depaz experienced the first signs of depression when she was 5 years old, mostly as feelings of being “really down” and different from everyone else. Throughout her adult life, she tried every medication and

Greg shares his story on how transcranial magnetic stimulation helped cure his depression. Watch the video here.