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A Patient’s Guide to Accelerated TMS If you’ve been exploring TMS therapy, you may have come across accelerated TMS (aTMS). This guide breaks down what accelerated TMS is, how it compares to other TMS protocols, what the evidence shows, and whether this approach could be suitable for you. What is Accelerated TMS? Transcranial magnetic stimulation

Can Esketamine Enhance ECT? New Study Investigates Combined Treatment for Depression Traditional antidepressants don’t work for everyone struggling with depression, but new advanced treatments like esketamine (marketed as Spravato) offer hope. A recent clinical study investigated the effects of combining esketamine with electroconvulsive therapy (ECT). We’ll take a look at the study and its results

What is Deep TMS (DTMS)? Understanding how DTMS Compares to Standard TMS Deep transcranial magnetic stimulation (DTMS) is an emerging psychiatric treatment. In this article, we’ll explain the principles of DTMS, discuss some of its uses, and explain how it compares to standard TMS procedures. Basic Principles of TMS Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) is based

What Does Spravato Feel Like? If you’re considering Spravato for depression, it’s completely natural to wonder what the experience will actually feel like, physically, emotionally, and mentally. In this guide, we’ll walk you through what Spravato is, its common effects, and how we help create a safe, supportive experience for patients here at McLean.  Understanding

Political Depression and How to Treat It in DC Washington, D.C., sits at the intersection of politics, media scrutiny, and civic engagement. For residents, professionals, and frequent visitors, this environment can create intense psychological pressures. Political depression, meaning sustained low mood or chronic stress triggered by political events, is increasingly common in the city. Unlike

Seasonal Affective Disorder: Guide and Treatment Options Many individuals notice changes in their mood as the days shorten, but seasonal mood shifts are more than a mild case of the “winter blues.” This condition, clinically known as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), is a recurrent form of depression that can significantly interfere with daily functioning and