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New approaches to treating trauma and depression: A TMS-focused perspective

Novel approaches for the treatment of trauma and depression: focus on tms

Transcranial magnetic stimulation is evolving from standard protocols toward accelerated, circuit-based, and biomarker-personalized precision neuromodulation strategies.

This presentation examines emerging approaches to treating trauma-related disorders and major depression, focusing on the changing role of transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS). It reviews current evidence on repetitive TMS and intermittent theta-burst stimulation, including accelerated protocols for severe depression and suicidal ideation, as well as the use of TMS in post-traumatic stress disorder, particularly in populations exposed to trauma and conflict. Particular emphasis is placed on the shift from standardized stimulation protocols to precision neuromodulation strategies based on brain circuits, individualized targeting, and neurophysiological biomarkers. The presentation also addresses the growing interest in state-dependent stimulation and discusses the potential use of TMS during memory reactivation and reconsolidation windows to modify maladaptive traumatic memories and enhance the effects of psychotherapeutic interventions. Finally, it discusses how accelerated stimulation, circuit-based targeting, biomarker-informed personalization, and integration with memory-focused therapies may shape the next generation of neuromodulation treatments for depression and trauma-related disorders.

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