New brain zapping technique shows promise for Hard-to-Treat depression
NCT ID NCT05144789
First seen Mar 20, 2026 · Last updated Apr 25, 2026 · Updated 5 times
Summary
This study tested a new type of brain stimulation, called accelerated intermittent theta burst stimulation (aiTBS), in 79 adults with treatment-resistant depression. The goal was to see if it could help with anhedonia, or the inability to feel pleasure. The treatment was personalized for each participant and given over a short period.
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Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Stanford School of Medicine
Stanford, California, 94305, United States
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