Studies have found that transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) is helpful for healing depression. Here’s what you need to know about this treatment option. 300 million people around the world suffer from depression. Despite medical advancements, nearly half of those affected by depression never get treatment. The effectiveness of antidepressants and psychological treatment are not always […]
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Real Stories from Montana Psychiatry’s TMS Patients
4 Ways Ketamine is Saving Lives by Fighting Depression
4 Ways Ketamine Is Saving Lives by Fighting Depression Ketamine is a drug that has traveled a long and winding road in the past six decades, and today it is providing hope for the more than 18 million Americans who are affected by depression. First developed in 1962, ketamine began to be used as a […]
The Evolution of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation
The Evolution of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), a noninvasive procedure that uses magnetic fields to stimulate nerve cells in the brain, has been used for decades to treat patients suffering from depression. TMS was approved by the Food and Drug Administration in 2008 to be used for people who have not shown […]
Dr. Amato Speaks about TMS therapy on Wake-up Montana
Tips for Back-to-School Success
Summer — sunshine, fun, vacations, and no routine! Even though the reprieve from school year stress is terrific for mental health, it can create challenges as parents and students try to get back to the routine of the school schedule. The adjustment of this change in schedule can cause stress which may be unhealthy […]
Insomnia: What are My Treatment Options?
Sleeping is one of the most important functions humans do. It allows your mind and body to relax, which helps you feel refreshed the next morning. Getting between seven and nine hours of sleep is the best way to rejuvenate the body, and sleep deprivation starts to set in after only one day of poor […]
The Signs and Symptoms of Bipolar Disorder
If you are suffering from severe mood swings, then you may have bipolar disorder, also known as manic-depressive illness. This mental health condition causes you to experience periods of hypomania before shifting into a depressive state. The length and severity of these mood swings will vary for every individual. It is also common to have […]
