Mental Health / Psychiatry
Peer-reviewed studies and reviews on Deep TMS for Late Life Depression.
Showing Late Life Depression · 4 results
Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) and Alzheimer's disease (AD) represent two of the most prevalent diseases worldwide. Notably, it is estimated that 30%-50% of individuals with AD have co-occurring MDD and there are overlapping symptoms across numerous domains. Methods: In this pilot study,…
Major depressive disorder (MDD) is a leading cause of global disability and is notably prevalent in older adults. Deep transcranial magnetic stimulation (dTMS), specifically the H1-coil targeting the lateral prefrontal cortex, is approved for adults with treatment-resistant MDD and has shown promise…
Recruitment challenges are inherent in clinical research, and are particularly pronounced in older adults with depression, who often face unique barriers such as medical comorbidities and infrequent help-seeking behaviour. Neurostimulation techniques, like deep transcranial magnetic stimulation (dTMS), are often unfamiliar to patients…
Late-life depression (LLD) is a prevalent and often underdiagnosed condition in older adults, associated with significant cognitive, functional, and medical burdens. Conventional treatments frequently present limitations in this population, underscoring the need for safer, more effective alternatives. Objective: This review evaluates the…
