Exploring Magnetic Seizure Therapy
A recent study compared magnetic seizure therapy (MST) and electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) for major depressive disorder. Both treatments were effective in reducing depression symptoms, but MST showed advantages in memory, thinking, and faster recovery after treatment.
Published in Translational Psychiatry (2021), this research offers new insights for patients and doctors considering depression treatment options.
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