Transcranial brain stimulation for treatment of psychiatric disorders

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Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) emerged in the mid-1980s for studying central motor pathways, leading to a surge in research on brain stimulation techniques. This publication concentrates on non- or low-invasive interventions, such as electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), repetitive TMS (rTMS), and transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS), which do not require implantable devices. It offers a comprehensive overview of these innovative techniques, featuring contributions from leading experts. One chapter details the current state of ECT, while subsequent chapters explore preclinical research in animals and neuroimaging findings related to rTMS, assessing its efficacy and safety across various psychiatric disorders, including affective disorders, schizophrenia, and anxiety. Additionally, it covers rTMS applications in nonpsychiatric conditions like Parkinson’s disease, stroke, pain, and tinnitus. The publication also reviews recent advancements in rTMS, including magnetic seizure therapy, theta burst stimulation, and deep rTMS. This work is essential for researchers, psychiatrists, neurologists, and clinicians interested in integrating these advanced methods into clinical practice.