The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has far-flung effects that spread beyond the infectious disease itself. In addition to taking steps to combat the spread of COVID-19, people must understand the pandemic’s impact on mental health. That way, everyone can work together to simultaneously stop the spread of COVID-19, and help one another manage stress and anxiety…
Depression and anxiety can affect men, women, and children, yet many individuals do not understand the symptoms associated with these mood disorders or understand the best ways to treat them. However, the long-term repercussions of not seeking treatment for depression and anxiety can be severe. To avoid these repercussions, it is crucial to learn about…
Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) is a depression treatment that can be used alone or in conjunction with medication, psychotherapy, or other therapies. TMS is best suited for patients who have struggled with depression and have not experienced relief from antidepressants, or those who have not been able to take antidepressants due to intolerable side effects.…
Achieve TMS is a leading provider of transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) treatment for individuals coping with anxiety, depression, and other mental health disorders. We also operate the only FDA-approved neuro-navigated TMS system in Southern California — the Nexstim system. What Is the Nexstim System? Nexstim is a neuromodulation company that has developed and pioneered targeted…
Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) therapy revolutionizes treatment for Major Depressive Disorder (MDD), Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), and other mood disorders. Yet some patients are concerned that it is painful to undergo TMS, which leads them away from trying this form of depression treatment entirely. At Achieve TMS, we want our patients to feel comfortable and…
Interpersonal connection and depression may seem unrelated to one another, yet maintaining close relationships with family members and friends may help a person manage his or her depression symptoms. To understand why this is sometimes the case, let’s examine what makes interpersonal connection key to managing depression. Is Depression Linked to a Lack of Interpersonal…
Prior to the 1980’s treatment for depression, including lobotomies, ECT, and first generation of antidepressant medications, came with quite serious side effects. Lobotomies may have led to a “calming” effect, but also often caused personality changes, a loss of decision-making ability, poor judgment, and sometimes even death. ECT is arguably, to this day, the most…
Introduction Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) is a revolutionary noninvasive form of brain stimulation that uses magnetic pulses to help treat severe depression. Let’s examine the impact of TMS on the brain. What Is TMS? TMS stimulates regions of the brain that are underactive in patients with depression. During TMS treatment, magnetic pulses are sent to…
Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) therapy represents a revolutionary treatment for depression, yet some people who cope with depression symptoms do not pursue this line of treatment due to insurance concerns. It is important to note that insurance companies often cover all or part of the cost of TMS therapy, and the Achieve TMS team actively…
Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) therapy represents a revolutionary treatment for depression patients. The therapy involves the use of electromagnetic pulses delivered to a patient’s brain,stimulating neural activity to help reduce depression symptoms and improve mood. To date, studies have shown that TMS therapy can help depression patients reduce or even eliminate their symptoms. Many patients…